LanzaTech and lululemon to develop fabric using recycled carbon emissions
October 1st, 2021
Polyester fiber is one of the most popular synthetic fibers that commonly uses petroleum-based feedstock. Waste-gas-based polyester formation would be a sustainable solution for the polyester industry, according to partners LanzaTech and lululemon. Photo: LanzaTech. Biotechnology company LanzaTech, Skokie, Ill., is partnering with athletic apparel company lululemon to create what the companies say will be […]
Textile recycling market outlook
August 27th, 2021
According to the report “Textile Recycling Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026,” the global textile recycling market reached a value of around US$ 5 billion in 2020. The global textile recycling market is expected to exhibit moderate growth during the next five years. Textile recycling refers to the method of […]
An evolutionary jacket, upcycled
May 1st, 2020
The first circular functional jacket made from used textiles could lead the way to a waste-free synthetic clothing industry. Comfortable and waterproof, it’s certified by OEKO-TEX® and bluesign® in line with the stringent STANDARD 110. Photos: Sympatex. In 2017, five European companies that committed to manufacturing textiles from 100 percent recycled materials teamed up to […]
Don’t like what you see? DIY!
October 1st, 2019
In just a little over an hour, inspired novice designers can create their own one-of-a-kind shopping bag at Freitag’s Sweat-Yourself-Shop. Photos: Roland Tännler. You see the perfect bag but wish it were just a bit more tangerine. Now Freitag®, the German-Swiss maker of recycled bags, has a proposition that eco-conscious trendsetters can’t refuse: make it […]
Parà Group’s green initiatives focus on conservation, preservation and clean energy.
May 1st, 2019
By Paul Johnson Parà Group’s cutting-edge wastewater treatment plant treats approximately 530,000 gallons of water per day with a 94 percent yield. Photo: Parà Group. As a world leader in the manufacture of marine, awning and outdoor fabrics, Parà Group makes a wide range of products for iconic brands, such as Ralph Lauren Home, Fendi […]
Recycle, repurpose, reclaim
April 23rd, 2019
Companies are finding creative ways to address the growing push toward recycling and repurposing used fabrics. Excess shade sail material makes great fabric planters. Photo: Green Bag Company. It’s tempting to think that recycling was “invented” sometime in the late 1960s, but that would ignore the fact that back in the 11th century, Japan was […]
YKK Group’s global commitment to efficiency and sustainability
April 1st, 2019
The YKK Group, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, has implemented a bold and broad-based strategy for energy efficiency, reduced carbon output and sustainability. YKK’s green approach has substantially decreased the environmental impact of its 111 facilities operating in 73 countries and regions. But beyond the environmental benefits, these measures have also lowered operating costs, improved safety […]
From fashion waste to aerogel
October 1st, 2018
Fashion waste continues to be a problem. It’s estimated that in the U.S. alone, nearly 13 million tons of unwanted garments end up in landfills each year. Researchers at the National University of Singapore Faculty of Engineering have one solution: They developed a method to convert cotton-based fabric waste into highly compressible and ultra-light cotton […]
ReGAIN launches recycling app
June 8th, 2018
ReGAIN has introduced the first UK app to tackle the recycling of unwanted clothing items. The app enables consumers to turn their unwanted clothes into discount coupons for leading retailers in the country. Consumers simply box up unwanted clothing and ship it free of charge to reGAIN. They can use the discount coupons online or […]
Closing the loop: long-term sustainability strategies for textile manufacturers
July 1st, 2017
Textile manufacturers are deploying sustainability strategies and forming partnerships to green up products and processes, helping manufacturers meet the requirements of even the most eco-concerned customers—and getting a good start on the circular economy of the future. For most manufacturers, eco-friendly, sustainable products are becoming a competitive necessity. And as concern over environmental issues has […]