"Natural Materials" News Archive

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Renewcell partners with Eastman to pioneer Naia Renew ES yarns, incorporating 100% recycled Circulose textile raw material in sustainable textile innovation.

Impermea Materials stands ready to tackle industry challenges of any magnitude with its cutting-edge technology and expertise.