Despite the well documented and well understood risks to human health and the environment, the use of synthetic fibers in apparel continues to escalate driven largely by fast-fashions’ push for lower prices and faster turns. Unfortunately the risks are great, as microplastics from these fibers are prevalent in human blood, breast milk and every human placenta tested. “Brands frequently raise the use of recycled synthetics as a pathway to reducing their reliance on fossil-fuel-derived materials. 99% of recycled polyester stems from castoff plastic bottles which is a false solution that takes away feedstock from an existing and more efficient closed-loop system of recycling old bottles into new ones.” Nucycl® provides a superior alternative to synthetics with a soft fiber made from cotton textile waste that is as strong as polyester, for performance and durability without shedding any #microplastic waste. Article link: https://lnkd.in/d3WVfagk

- cPET vs rPET- We are happy that new companies like Syre are using cPET to define the output of a depolymerization-repolymerization process. We used cPET some years ago in one of our EU-funded projects, https://lnkd.in/d_qbwQcM so why not use it to define a specific class of materials? We should avoid confusion between what is from mechanical recycling and what is from depolymerization, both for companies (e.g., H&M, Inditex, PUMA Group, etc.) and final users. What do you think Ioniqa Technologies, Loop Industries, RITTEC 8.0 Umwelttechnik GmbH, CARBIOS, CuRe Technology - Polyester Rejuvenation, Eastman, Circ®, DePoly, Garbo Srl, Revalyu Recycling (India) Limited? #gr3n #recycling #polyester #sustainability

The way we produce and consume textiles must change. Syre marks the start of the great textile shift. In partnerships across the value chain, we will drive the green transition of the textile industry to reduce its carbon footprint - with speed and at scale.   We are starting with polyester, the world’s most used and fastest growing textile fiber, accounting for up to 40% of the textile industry’s total CO2e emissions. Virgin polyester, made from crude oil in refineries, and bottle-to-fiber recycled polyester (rPET), are both linear meaning the majority of all end-of-life products currently end up in landfills or being incinerated.   Syre will provide textile-to-textile circular polyester (cPET) with quality on par with oil-based virgin polyester but with a superior sustainability performance, reducing CO2e emissions by up to 85% compared to the production of virgin polyester.   For more information, visit syre.com

According to the 2024 Material Market Report by Textile Exchange, global recycled polyester production rose from 8.6 MT in 2022 to 8.9 MT in 2023. However, its market share dropped from 13.6% to 12.5%. The challenges? Rising prices and increased competition from FMCG for post-consumer plastic bottles. How will this affect supply and pricing moving forward? Will it accelerate the importance of textile-to-textile recycling? Share your thoughts in the comments! #Textiles #Textileindustry #Textilerecycling #Polyester #Recycledpolyester #Rpet #Sustainability #Circulareconomy #Innovation #Bottlerecycling Harminder Sahni Prashant Agarwal Rohit Bhatiani Varun Vaid Sanjay Arora Surender Jain Pakhi Saxena B Prakash Wazir Advisors

Recycled polyester consumption is a positive step towards sustainability. Here's why: * Reduces landfill waste: Recycled polyester diverts plastic waste from landfills and oceans, reducing pollution. * Conserves resources: Producing recycled polyester requires less energy and water than producing virgin polyester, conserving natural resources. * Reduces greenhouse gas emissions: Recycled polyester can significantly reduce carbon emissions compared to virgin polyester. * Promotes recycling: Increased demand for recycled polyester can encourage recycling efforts and create new markets for waste materials. However, it's important to note that recycled polyester is not a perfect solution. There are still concerns about microplastic pollution and the potential for harmful chemicals in the recycling process. To maximize the benefits of recycled polyester, it's crucial to support initiatives that ensure ethical sourcing, transparency, and responsible production practices.

👕 Textiles make up 10% of all plastic production and are the 2nd most discarded type of plastic ⛽ Common fibers like nylon, spandex, and polyester are derived from fossil fuels and, like all plastics, don’t break down in the environment 🧺 Up to 18 million microfibers are released during every wash cycle making their way into our air, waterways, ocean, food, and bodies 🧵That’s why our Nucycl® fiber is made from cotton textile waste making it inherently plastic free and a better sustainable choice

Our answer to the textile waste problem: turn it into circular, recyclable PEF plastic. That’s right, the cotton in polycotton fabrics can be converted into sugars and turned into FDCA, and the polyester can be recycled. #slowfashion #textilerecycling #reducereuserecycle #circulareconomy #bioplastics #renewablechemistry #sustainablechemistry #polymers 

How can we reduce the environmental impact of virgin polyester? 👕⬇️🤔 Making up 54%*of total global fibre production in 2022, polyester is one of the most widely produced fibres. Despite its widespread use, the environmental impact of polyester production and disposal raises significant concerns. Polyester derives from petroleum, a nonrenewable fossil fuel which contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. As one of the viable solutions, our innovator Ambercycle turns old clothes into cycora® yarns, a regenerated polyester yarn. Their process uses textile waste, which undergoes purification and transformation into polyester pellets. These pellets are then used to produce cycora® yarn, enabling the creation of new garments. This approach effectively diminishes the demand for virgin materials. This chemical recycling process not only transforms textile waste into cycora® yarn but also does so with a significantly lower environmental footprint, emitting only half the CO2 emissions compared to when producing new virgin polyester! Learn more about the innovator’s story, technology, challenges and successes and see how the innovation is driving tangible change in the industry. Read the full interview with Ambercycle at https://lnkd.in/eCiV2KqA #innovation #sustainability #sustainablefashion #chemicalrecycling #polyester #circularfashion Video Credit: Ambercycle, Circ * Textile Exchange. Materials Report 2023.

Absolutely staggering numbers! ♻️ The stark difference between the production volumes of recycled cotton and virgin cotton underscores the urgent need for a shift towards sustainable practices in the fashion industry. With the demand for recycled cotton projected to rise, it's imperative for both consumers and industry professionals to educate themselves on the nuances of cotton recycling methods. By understanding the differences between chemical and mechanical recycling, we can make more informed decisions that contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. Let's spread awareness and drive positive change together! 🌍 #SustainableFashion #RecycledCotton #CircularEconomy #FashionIndustry #SustainabilityAwareness

Most recycled polyester is rPET (recycled polyethylene terephthalate), converting postconsumer plastic waste, such as plastic bottles, into a fiber that can become bags, jackets or other products. But textile-to-textile recycling of polyester poses a bigger challenge, particularly when dealing with the cotton-poly blends so popular in the printwear market. Despite the challenges, several companies are taking steps to scale up closed-loop recycling systems. Here are a few recent developments on the apparel recycling front. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gRg3crAz Subscribe to The Pulse for more industry news updates at https://lnkd.in/gfywU7H Each week we publish The Pulse, a free email newsletter with news, research, and information of interest to anyone in the uniform, image apparel, and public safety equipment industry. #NAUMD #NAUMDThePulse