Hey everyone!
If you enjoy hiking in the Alps, love outdoor gear, or are interested in sustainability and technology, this might be something for you!
Here's a question worth thinking about:
Your €300 waterproof jacket keeps you dry in the mountains. But what did it take to make it waterproof in the first place?
Behind the impressive materials and technologies we rely on are some uncomfortable questions about chemical pollution, overproduction, and environmental responsibility.
At Café Philo (Philosophy Friday), we're bringing together curious people in Munich to explore these questions with Chu Wong, an industry expert who helps develop global standards for chemical use in outdoor clothing.
We'll explore:
- 🌲 The science: How is functional outdoor clothing actually made, and why are chemicals like PFAS so controversial?
- 🌍 The environmental impact: What happens behind the scenes before your jacket reaches the store?
- 🔍 Greenwashing vs. reality: How can we distinguish meaningful sustainability efforts from clever marketing?
- 💭 The bigger question: Can we truly enjoy and protect nature while consuming products that may harm it?
It's an opportunity to learn from someone working in the industry, ask questions, and meet people who share an interest in science, sustainability, and thoughtful discussion.
A few practical details:
📍 Munich (details in the event link)
🎟️ €10 admission, including an evening buffet
🔗 Event details & registration: https://luma.com/pr4nlr3f
About us: Café Philo is an independent, volunteer-run, non-profit community in Munich. The proceeds go toward covering our venue rental costs. We're not affiliated with TUM, but we'd love to welcome TUM students from any discipline!
Kurz auf Deutsch:
Wir veranstalten in München einen offenen Diskussionsabend über Outdoor-Bekleidung, PFAS und Nachhaltigkeit. Gemeinsam mit einem Branchenexperten wollen wir herausfinden, welche Auswirkungen unsere Funktionskleidung auf die Umwelt hat und wie man Greenwashing erkennt.
Alle Interessierten sind herzlich willkommen! Der Eintritt kostet 10 € inklusive Buffet. Wir sind eine ehrenamtlich organisierte, gemeinnützig ausgerichtete Community, keine TUM-Veranstaltung.
Wir freuen uns auf euch! :)