Some of the world’s biggest fashion giants have been called out for “green-washing” following an investigation into microplastic pollution. In recent years, recycled polyester has radically changed ...
The platform combines Meltem Kimya’s molecular recycling and Kipas Textiles’ thermomechanical recycling. Credit: Kipas Textiles/Eco Age. The platform combines a patented molecular recycling technology ...
Recycled polyester, widely promoted by global fashion brands as an environmentally friendly choice, may be worsening the microplastic pollution crisis, according to a new study released Wednesday. The ...
Changing Markets Foundation reveals recycled polyester creates 55 per cent more microplastic pollution. Recycled polyester is a sustainability fig leaf covering fashion’s deepening dependence on ...
Textile-to-textile recycled polyester is having a moment. In November, Swedish recycler Syre announced it will become Nike’s lead strategic supplier of textile-to-textile recycled polyester in a multi ...
The polyester precipitates from the solvent upon cooling, and can likewise be reused. In tests conducted so far, it has been possible to recover up to 100% of the cotton and 97% of the polyester. "The ...
Hard water causes polyester to shed far more microplastics, and only some fabrics benefit strongly from protective coatings, revealing why water chemistry and unseen textile finishes significantly ...
West Adams-based Ambercycle aims to revamp the recycled fabric industry with a process of breaking down polyester for reuse. Shay Sethi, co-founder and chief executive of the West Adams synthetic ...
The long-awaited introduction of the 'twin twink' angel brothers sees Trigger adding a whole new dynamic to the debaucherous cult-classic anime. Reading time 3 minutes Although Prime Video hasn’t ...
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Loop Industries, a Canada-based clean technology company in the plastic and fiber markets, has announced the launch of Twist, a branded circular polyester resin made entirely from end-of-life textile ...