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Hyosung Undergoes Textile Innovation to Replace Synthetic Fibers
Sustainable Materials

Hyosung Undergoes Textile Innovation to Replace Synthetic Fibers

Hyosung is pioneering sustainable alternatives in synthetic materials like polyester and spandex, demonstrating a commitment to diverse, eco-friendly options amid varying industry sustainability goals, showcased through innovative products at global trade events.
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|December 5th, 2023|10:14 AM
Bananatex Crafts Compostable Jerseys from Abacá Banana Plants
Sustainable Materials

Bananatex Crafts Compostable Jerseys from Abacá Banana Plants

Bananatex revolutionizes the textile industry with its eco-friendly jersey fabric made from Abacá banana plants, earning recognition at the Dezeen Awards 2023 and showcasing the company's ongoing commitment to sustainable fashion.
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|January 5th, 2024|11:37 AM
Ganni, Patagonia and Reformation Join Pilot Project to Decarbonize Fashion
Sustainable Supply Chains

Ganni, Patagonia and Reformation Join Pilot Project to Decarbonize Fashion

California startup Rubi Labs has secured another $8.7 million in funding for its lyocell yarn made from converted CO2, with brands such as Ganni, Reformation, and Patagonia, having agreed to produce prototypes in hopes of driving the commercialization of the product.
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|March 2nd, 2023|1:09 PM
Decoding Double Materiality: Unveiling its Significance and Impact
Sustainability Governance

Decoding Double Materiality: Unveiling its Significance and Impact

The evolving discussion on double materiality holds significant implications for accounting standards and finance, with the IFRS set to determine its direction before COP26, shaping the path towards a net-zero economy.
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|March 11th, 2024|7:03 PM
Timberland and Icebreaker Collaborate to Redefine Wool-Inspired Fashion
Sustainable Supply Chains
Sustainable Materials

Timberland and Icebreaker Collaborate to Redefine Wool-Inspired Fashion

Acquired by VF Corp, the New Zealand-based outerwear brand Icebreaker and Timberland have united in a collaboration that flawlessly intertwines high performance with a minimal environmental footprint.
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|June 6th, 2023|9:04 AM
ID.EIGHT: The New Cruelty-Free Sneakers are Made from Apple Skin, Grape, and Pineapple Leather
Sustainable Materials

ID.EIGHT: The New Cruelty-Free Sneakers are Made from Apple Skin, Grape, and Pineapple Leather

Designed by Italian sneaker brand ID.EIGHT, the sneakers are not only unisex and animal cruelty free, but are also made from materials that are waste products in the food industry - apple peels and cores, grape skins, seeds and pineapple leaves.
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|March 6th, 2023|1:13 PM
The Many Eco-Friendly Benefits of Bamboo Material
Sustainable Materials

The Many Eco-Friendly Benefits of Bamboo Material

Used by Boody and Pact, the use of bamboo in fashion aligns with the growing demand for sustainable and ethical practices in the textile and apparel industry.
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|January 26th, 2024|12:28 PM
Ba&sh Champions Regenerative Farming in Collaboration with Nativa
Sustainable Materials

Ba&sh Champions Regenerative Farming in Collaboration with Nativa

The brand collaborates with Nativa to lead the transformation of Uruguayan farms toward regenerative practices, marking a strategic move to fund and support sustainable, environmentally conscious agriculture.
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|November 22nd, 2023|1:30 PM
Transforming Textile-to-Textile Recycled Fibers into Luxurious Naia Renew Yarns
Sustainable Suppliers News

Transforming Textile-to-Textile Recycled Fibers into Luxurious Naia Renew Yarns

Renewcell partners with Eastman to pioneer Naia Renew ES yarns, incorporating 100% recycled Circulose textile raw material in sustainable textile innovation.
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|January 9th, 2024|10:19 AM
Introducing Impermea Materials: Reinventing the Textile Supply Chain
Sustainable Materials

Introducing Impermea Materials: Reinventing the Textile Supply Chain

Impermea Materials stands ready to tackle industry challenges of any magnitude with its cutting-edge technology and expertise.
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|May 30th, 2023|6:22 PM