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Warning: global circularity is declining.   The Circularity Gap Report 2024 from Circle Economy warns that global circularity is declining, with the share of secondary material dropping from 9.1% in 2018 to 7.2% in 2023. Meanwhile, the total amount of materials consumed continues to rise – we have already consumed 28% of all materials consumed as of 1900, in the past six years.   It’s time to walk the talk. While we stand just in the field of discussions, the world needs action. As part of the textile and fashion industry, we commit to reducing waste and promoting the recycling of our materials.   Our new circular yarns and approach SENSIL® Flow make this possible. By engaging all stakeholders, we can create apparel that lasts longer and reduces environmental impact over time. We hope to inspire others to join this cause.   Know more about SENSIL® Flow here: https://lnkd.in/eASC5MwV   #circularity #environment #sustainability #flow          

Embracing the principles of a circular economy, we work in close partnership with our suppliers to convert surplus fabrics into recycled yarn. This regenerated yarn becomes the building block for creating fresh textile products. By minimizing waste and making the most of our resources, we give new purpose to materials and highlight the beauty and sustainability of upcycling. Since 2022, our dedication to upcycling has led to 3% of our fabric waste being repurposed into innovative and eco-friendly products, while the remaining 97% has been recycled. Join us on this inspiring journey toward a more sustainable and stylish future. —— [UA] CREATING AN IMPACT THAT MATTERS  #sustainablegarmentmanufacture #Sustainability #Vietnam #garmentmanufacturer #unavailable #circulareconomy #recycling #upcycling

🌿 The Future of Textiles is Green 🌿 Did you know that the textile industry is one of the world's largest polluters, accounting for 10% of global carbon emissions? But here's the exciting part – sustainability is the key to reshaping its future! 🌱 With every ton of recycled textiles, we save 20 tons of CO2 emissions. 💧 A single cotton T-shirt can take 2,700 liters of water to produce. Sustainable practices significantly reduce this number. ♻️ Circular fashion is on the rise, with brands embracing recycling and upcycling to reduce waste. Embracing sustainable practices in the textile industry is not just a trend; it's a necessity. Consumers are demanding eco-friendly choices, and forward-thinking companies are making sustainability a core part of their strategies. How will you contribute to this? #Sustainability #TextileIndustry #EcoFashion #GreenRevolution

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Cone Denim is a proud trial partner of the Accelerating Circularity North American trials.   Accelerating Circularity, Inc. (ACP) is an action-oriented nonprofit focused on textile-to-textile recycling at commercial scale through a collaborative, stakeholder-led approach. Their mission is to catalyze new circular supply chains and business models to turn used textiles into mainstream raw materials. We joined the Accelerating Circularity Project to collaborate and show that used textiles can be recycled into new materials. Learn more below... -- #conedenim #circulartextiles #circularfashion #acceleratingcircularity #circularity Caitlyn Holt Shelly Gottschamer

Today is the start of #fashionrevolutionweek, and we’re thinking about what our clothes are made of.   As consumers become more eco-conscious, and EPR legislative pressure grows on brands, the need to become more ‘sustainable’ accelerates. However, despite brands and consumers starting to prioritise clothing made from natural fibres and recycled fabrics, production of these garments still follows a linear model, so even when made with less impact, these garments still eventually end up being incinerated or in landfill if they are not designed to be recycled.   At the Circular Textiles Foundation, we recognise that it isn’t enough to ‘sustain’ things the way they are, we need to improve the situation and ensure that clothing is designed ‘with the end in mind’ to be recycled within a circular economy - tackling climate change whilst addressing important social needs. We need to move to a circular model to make an impact – to save resources and keep clothing and textiles out of landfill and incineration.   Proud to work with all the innovative textiles recyclers that make designing for recyclability possible, including our partners Södra, iinouiio: Recycled Textiles, Project Re:claim by Plan B (Project Plan B) & Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL), Renewcell, Lenzing Group, Recover & Worn Again Technologies – ensuring that materials are prevented from ending up incinerated or in landfill, and the new fibre is incorporated back into the supply chain and can be reused and made into new textiles at the end of use ♻ #fashionrevolution #fashionrevolutionweek #circularfashion #whomademyfabric

Less than a week after Renewcell's bankruptcy, H&M and TPG RiseClimate unveiled Syre, a new textile-to-textile recycling venture aiming to decarbonize and dewaste polyester. While Renewcell seeks new ownership, others like Gap are collaborating with recyclers like Ambercycle. And H&M is investing $600M in Syre's "hyperscale" circular polyester solution. A step in the right direction, for sure. But the fashion industry still grapples with overproduction and overconsumption. We're making and buying more than the Earth can sustain. 💯 Recycling and resale are crucial, but we need a fundamental shift in how brands produce and consumers consume. Let's discuss! 💬 What are your thoughts on truly sustainable fashion? Via https://lnkd.in/dgQrQxiX #Materialinnovation #Nextgenmaterials #Sustainablefashion #Innovation

One of the major contributing factor in environmental degradation is the fashion industry, known for its significant carbon footprint and waste generation. The use of non-biodegradable materials and harmful production practices are key concerns. This impact is further amplified by the fast fashion trend, leading to increased waste and pollution. Ecoright, founded by Udit Sood and Nikita Barmecha, is a startup in the sustainable fashion domain and has positioned itself as a solution to these environmental challenges. They aim to revolutionise the industry by 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐜𝐨-𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲, 𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬' 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬. EcoRight focuses on making sustainability a natural choice, ensuring that their customers can shop guilt-free, knowing they are supporting planetary well-being. EcoRight's commitment to sustainability is evident in their choice of materials and manufacturing processes. They prioritise natural, organic, and recycled fabrics, ensuring all their products are 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Their materials include organic cotton, which is environmentally friendly due to practices like avoiding pesticides and employing natural fertilisers, leading to significantly lower water consumption and carbon footprint. Another key material is recycled plastic, made from recycled PET bottles, which they transform into durable, waterproof, and recyclable fabric. Additionally, they have innovated a unique blend called Juton, combining the toughness of jute with the softness of cotton, further reducing water consumption and emissions. The manufacturing process at EcoRight is designed to be as eco-friendly as possible. They harness solar energy to power their facilities, significantly reducing energy consumption. Rainwater harvesting is also employed to replenish groundwater. Moreover, EcoRight is working towards becoming carbon neutral and carbon positive, with initiatives like utilising more eco-friendly shipping methods and aiming for complete reliance on solar power by 2026. The ethical aspect of EcoRight's manufacturing is also noteworthy. They place high importance on the welfare of their workers, treating them with utmost respect and ensuring fair wages, equal opportunities, and safe working conditions. EcoRight extends its sustainable and ethical ethos to social outreach programs. They collaborate with initiatives like the Green Team in Texas, USA, a middle school environmental club, and Green Ammo, an innovative NGO in India working on plastic reduction. They have also supported the Upper Primary School in Jaitaran, Pali, Rajasthan, and partnered with Teach for India, contributing to various educational and environmental initiatives. Read More: https://ecoright.com/

In a groundbreaking move toward a greener future, Renewcell, a pioneering leader in sustainable textiles, has just unveiled ambitious plans to increase the percentage of recycled content in its filament yarn offering to an astonishing 50 percent. This revolutionary leap forward in eco-conscious fashion aims to transform the way we think about clothing materials and save our precious forests, all while significantly reducing the fashion industry's carbon footprint. Renewcell's visionary CEO, Patrik Lundstrom, boldly declared, "We believe that the increases in uptake of Circulose pulp to create viscose products will alleviate pressure on vital forests and our climate, and solve the world's textile waste problem in the process." The textile industry has long been criticized for its devastating impact on the environment, with over 300 million trees felled annually to produce fabrics like rayon/viscose. Many of these trees come from the Earth's most crucial and fragile ecosystems, placing immense strain on biodiversity and exacerbating climate change. But the tide is turning. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/drdZqvvv #industry #fibre #revolution #recycled

Fast fashion runs on fossil fuels. While the fashion industry relies on fossil fuels for energy and transportation, what is less well-known is that most of our clothes are also made from oil and gas. Synthetic fiber production uses the equivalent amount of oil per year as the entirety of Spain, and polyester production alone produces the equivalent emissions of 180 coal-fired power stations annually. Fossil fuel-derived fibers are cheap to produce and practically impossible to recycle, contaminating our natural environment and bodies with microplastics. Fibershed recently signed onto #FossilFuelFashion, a campaign calling for system change. Based on years of investigative research from our colleagues, including Stand.earth, Changing Markets Foundation, and Plastic Soup Foundation, the campaign calls for prompt, radical legislative action to slow down the fashion industry and decouple it from fossil fuels. Fibershed is building a transformative model for clothes that don't come at a cost to our planet. Through regional, regenerative clothing production, we can mitigate climate change and support local textile economies while decoupling fashion from fossil fuels. Learn more and join the movement to get fossil fuels out of fashion: https://buff.ly/3LQketL