ROADMAP
Our agenda:
The Microfibre Roadmap sets the pace of activity for working on The Microfibre 2030 Commitment, towards zero impact from fibre fragmentation to the natural environment by 2030. The Microfibre Roadmap details the path forward and the specific steps we will take to meet our commitment, setting out clear milestones.
The Microfibre Roadmap is built around 3 strategic pillars :
Aligning the global textile sector and related stakeholders on the need for action on fibre fragmentation enables the topic to be embedded into the broader sustainability agenda.
Understanding the root causes of fibre fragmentation through continuous, robust, scientific research underpins authoritative guidance for the sector. This research based pillar is the enabler of a science-led approach.
Mitigating fragmentation will create the means by which targeted action is taken throughout the whole value chain with a focus on product and manufacturing change.
Each pillar is interconnected and is made possible through a combination of collective action and secure funding.
The Microfibre Roadmap v2.0
Please note that some of these deliverables will be available to signatories only
The Microfibre Roadmap is divided into 3 phases:
Currently in the embed phase, we are shifting gears, switching the issue to centre stage and leading a new era of embedded topic integration that will enable action to scale from 2028 onwards.
The Roadmap history:
The Microfibre Roadmap was first published in 2021. It is necessary to ensure the roadmap evolves with industry needs and topic understanding. Therefore, in 2024 The Microfibre Roadmap v1.0 underwent a strategic review and v2.0 was launched in 2025.
Published manufacturing resources
Shared root cause research with signatories
Piloted microfibre knowledge hub
Released progress update reports
Established signatory fibre fragmentation baseline
Launched the Microfibre Data Portal v2.0
Key achievements of v1.0:
Published Annual Data Insights report
Developed the Triple Planetary Impact series
Translated key resources
Published an e-learning course on the control of fibre fragments in wastewater
Launched the TMC Policy Committee
A reimagined future of reduced fibre fragmentation through targeted action, can’t be achieved alone…
We partner with global organisations to maximise impact and systematically reduce fragmentation.
We collaborate with signatories to equip the industry and empower change.
Watch the launch!
After a thorough consultation process with signatories, in early 2025 we shared our updated route to mitigate fibre fragmentation with the industry. Over the years, we’ve broken siloes and built bridges. Now, peripheral action on fibre fragmentation is becoming a thing of the past.
Click to watch the launch of Microfibre Roadmap v2.0!