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The event served as a platform to highlight the immense potential of bamboo in promoting sustainability and boosting the Philippine textile industry. DOST-PTRI showcased how bamboo, a renewable and abundant resource, can be transformed into high-quality textile fibers, positioning it as a key player in the country’s shift toward eco-friendly and innovative materials.

The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) recently welcomed the DOST-National Capital Region (DOST-NCR) and the social enterprise Revolve Eco.Logical Outwear to explore potential synergies for research and development on December 4, 2024. The discussions focused on converting plastic bottle waste into textile raw materials, aiming to create cost-effective, locally produced eco-friendly products. This partnership is particularly timely, as the global demand for sustainable solutions intensifies, driven by growing concerns over the environmental impact of plastic pollution.

In a resounding call to action for innovation rooted in heritage, Dr. Julius L. Leaño, Jr., Director IV of the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), delivered a plenary at the 2024 World Ikat Textile Symposium (WITS) held on December 5, 2024 at the Baguio City Convention Center as one of the speakers at the Plenary 7: Contemporary Developments. His topic, “Philippine Textile Innovation in the Context of the Ikat Weaving Culture in Southeast Asia, " was not just a technical discussion—it was a call to action for communities, policymakers, and artisans to build an inclusive, sustainable textile future.

The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) participated in the Fashion Show and Gala Dinner during second day of the World Ikat Textile Symposium (WITS) 2024, presenting the "A.Ikat" capsule collection by acclaimed designer Emi-Alexander Englis held at the Baguio City Convention Center on December 4, 2024.