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"Recycled Fibers" News Archive
A Circular and Toxic-Free Model for the Textile Industry Is Threadbare but Salvageable, New Zero Waste Europe Report Claims
Zero Waste Europe's recent publication argues that the textile industry needs to overhaul its practices immediately to avoid further decline into an unsustainable and detrimental business model.
|May 9th, 2024|2:20 PM
Collina Strada Crosses Punk Aesthetic with Eco-Friendly Values
Collina Strada, the young New York label with a punk aesthetic and eco-friendly values, prioritizes sustainable fabrics and has a partnership with a Ghana-based textile waste nonprofit called OR Foundation to repurpose materials.
|January 3rd, 2023|12:34 PM
Apparel & Textiles
Can Recycled Yarns Achieve Both Sustainability and Cost Efficiency?
Explore the challenges and opportunities in the recycled yarn market, focusing on quality, pricing, and certification. Discover how the textile industry can drive sustainability while maintaining profitability.
|March 17th, 2025|2:42 PM
Armedangels' Detoxes Denim with Eco-Friendly Recycled Cotton
Armedangels' Detox Denim collection spotlights recycled cotton, highlighting the brand's sustainability commitment while reducing environmental impact through fashion.
|September 13th, 2023|3:37 PM
Summersalt Presents its 2022 Body Positivity Campaign
Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2020, Summersalt challenges beauty stereotypes whilst also enforcing the use of sustainable materials.
|September 1st, 2022|4:44 PM
Brands that are Committed to the 2025 Recycled Polyester Challenge
85 brands and retailers have committed to the 2025 Recycled Polyester Challenge set by Textile Exchange and the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action. The goal is to increase the use of recycled polyester from 14% to 45% by 2025.
|April 27th, 2022|3:11 PM
Loop Industries and Ester Industries Forge Joint Venture for Sustainable Polymer Innovation
Loop Industries, Inc. and Ester Industries Ltd. are forming a 50/50 joint venture in India, the India JV, to build and operate a cutting-edge Infinite Loop India manufacturing facility, advancing sustainable polymer production.
|May 3rd, 2024|2:29 PM
Amazon Pumps Cash Into AI-Powered Recycling Startup
Amazon announced earlier this week it has taken another step toward becoming a mean, green e-commerce machine.
|March 11th, 2024|4:25 PM
Filippa K Steers Itself in a More Sustainable Direction with New Renewable Material
The Swedish Fashion brand has developed a groundbreaking recycled material for its spring/summer 2024 collection in collaboration with Södra, Lenzing, and Riopele.
|February 23rd, 2023|12:37 PM
The Influence of Celebrities in the Re-Wear Movement
This article by Fashion Takes Action, examines how society tends to criticize celebrities for repeating outfits, but this mindset perpetuates a wasteful fashion culture.
|May 17th, 2023|12:10 PM
Our Community
Gore Fabrics Achieves Global Recycled Standard
Plans to introduce GRS certified laminates to customers on both the consumer business side and in the Gore-Tex Professional Workwear business.
|April 27th, 2022|4:12 PM
JCPenney-thredUP Deal: JCP Stores Will Sell Used Clothes
A JCPenney-thredUP deal will have the retail chain selling used clothes in 30 of its stores.
|March 21st, 2022|5:27 PM
H&M's $500 Million Green Bond to Fund Recycling and Renewable Energy
H&M's Green Bond, worth €500 million and part of their sustainable finance efforts, has garnered strong global investor interest, signaling a broader shift towards sustainable finance in the fashion industry.
|October 25th, 2023|10:23 AM