ALADIN intends to reduce waste and strengthen regional value creation.

Polymer-based—or plastic—synthetic materials have a hold on the fashion industry, currently making up about two-thirds of all fibers used in textiles with no signs of slowing down. At the same time, ...

The company has developed a liquid-based, cellulose material that can be injected into molds to create soft goods.

The textile industry produces a substantial portion of the world's waste, with only about 12% of fiber materials ending up in recycling. Textiles also account for much of the microplastics in oceans.

American Circular Textiles (AMCIRC) has called on the Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) to expand its proposed ...

A resurgence of secondhand shopping, new sorting methods and policy initiatives are all poised to help shift the needle on ...

The apparel industry accounts for 10% of global carbon emissions. The annual amount of fiber production reached 113 million tons in 2021 and the demand is increasing every year. However, almost 90% of ...

These are topsy-turvy times for the nascent textile recycling industry. The clothing behemoth H&M Group has cofounded a textile recycling firm that promises to become a huge global producer just as ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Esha writes about building better, more regenerative businesses. Polyester has become a popular choice globally, and may even be ...

Globally, it is estimated that 85 percent of textile materials end up in landfills—equating to millions of tons per year in landfilled material in the U.S. alone. According to Amelia Trumble, ...

Using recycled fabric, you can create these beautiful quilts while also promoting sustainability. Not only does this practice ...