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Uniform Project - Circularity in workwear

The Uniforms Project explores how public procurement and the workwear industry can be transformed to become more circular.

Purpose

The Uniform project - Circularitty in workwear

The Uniforms Project investigates how public procurement and the workwear industry can be transformed into a more circular and sustainable model. Through collaboration between public institutions, designers, suppliers and recycling partners, new solutions are being developed and tested that can extend the lifespan of garments, reduce resource consumption, and integrate material recycling into the value chain. The project takes an experimental and hands-on approach to identify concrete solutions that can be implemented in both the workwear industry and public procurement systems.

Key insights
  • Sustainable procurement needs to be strengthened – Public tenders often prioritise price over sustainability, making it difficult to implement circular solutions.
  • Modular and repairable design extends lifespan – Removable elements and repair options make workwear more durable and flexible.
  • Material recycling has potential but requires improvements – Recycled textiles need to be optimised to meet standards regarding durability, shrinkage and pilling.
  • Users play a central role – Design, comfort and access to repair influence the actual lifespan of garments.
Outcome

The project investigates how public procurement and the workwear industry can shift to a more circular and sustainable model. Through collaboration between public institutions, designers, suppliers, and recycling partners, new solutions are developed and tested to extend garment lifespans, reduce resource use, and integrate material recycling into the value chain. The project works experimentally and practically to find tangible solutions for workwear industries and public procurement. Its goal is to design circular principles that prioritize durability, repair, and material reuse.

The project also aims to generate policy recommendations and scalable solutions that can be widely implemented within the industry.

Mette Julie Bundgaard-Nielsen , Project Manager and Designer
Designskolen Kolding

“t is my hope that this work not only informs but also inspires further exploration and dialogue. ”

A need for new purchase models

The results of the Uniform Project form the basis for future circular procurement models, policy recommendations, and scalable solutions in the workwear industry. Through continued innovation and collaboration across the value chain, circular solutions can become an integral part of the market and contribute to a more sustainable future for workwear.

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