Lübeck

 

In an inspiring weekend full of dialogue and recognition for environmental protection and sustainability, we, the team of Lebenskleidung, had the honor to be present in Lübeck. Ben and Enrico represented our company at the Symposium on Biodiversity as well as at the prestigious German Environmental Award ceremony, both events hosted by the Deutsche Bundesstiftung Umwelt (DBU). Thanks to this foundation, we also had a lively exchange with Anna Kudron, who lives in Budapest & was able to do research on wool dyeing methods thanks to a scholarship from the DBU - and of course shared her knowledge with us. You can read more about it in our current lookbook.

These were days of sharing and inspiration, reminding us how committed individuals and organizations can be to working together to preserve nature and make our economy sustainable. Saturday's symposium was a lively discourse on the role biodiversity plays in the current economic landscape. Experts from various fields made it clear that sustainable economic practices are no longer optional, but a necessity.

The DBU emphasized the importance of biodiversity as the foundation of our prosperity and warned of the economic risks associated with its loss. It was shown that the preservation of ecological livelihoods and the conservation of natural resources are not only a matter of environmental protection, but also an economic imperative. In our industry, the sustainable textile trade, this means driving a paradigm shift away from conventional farming methods that rely on chemical intervention to organic cotton and natural fibers. This decision is much more than a marketing strategy - it's a commitment to the health of our planet.

Growing organic cotton promotes a healthier ecosystem by eliminating pesticides and synthetic fertilizers that threaten biodiversity. By supporting practices that improve soil fertility and conserve water resources, we help preserve species diversity and, in turn, the natural systems that sustain our food production and the health of our environment. Sunday's presentation of the German Environmental Award was not only a celebration of the achievements of this year's winners, Prof. Dr. Friederike Otto and Dipl.-Ing. Dagmar Fritz-Kramer, but also a recognition of the importance that sustainable thinking and action must have in all sectors of our society. Both women were honored for their innovative contributions in the fight against the climate crisis and for their commitment to an environmentally conscious economy. The weekend was a source of motivation for us.

It has strengthened our resolve to pursue our mission of providing sustainable and environmentally friendly textiles with even greater determination. We are proud to be part of a community that is committed to protecting our world, and we are inspired to continue on this path, for our nature, for our customers and for future generations.