Sustainability
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Fibre fragmentation is a significant topic of concern across the industry, with studies highlighting the potential threat to ecosystems and human health. © Jumpei (via Canva)
24/03/2025 – Research study
Research study
Fashion for Good and The Microfibre Consortium launch “Behind the Break”: exploring Fibre Fragmentation – a landmark study investigating the key drivers ...

Like a real lock, the “textile lock” connects the two fibre components and turns two individual parts into a stable whole. © Climatex
20/03/2025 – Textile circular economy
Textile circular economy
The Swiss company Climatex is developing Circular Textile Technologies not only to give textiles several lives, but also to lead the industry together ...

Klopman has recently installed an advanced electrofiltration system in its facility, which allows the recovery of thermal energy and efficient filtration of air emissions. © Klopman
20/03/2025 – Reducing emissions further
Reducing emissions further
Klopman has achieved a major milestone in its commitment to sustainability: 100% of the energy used in all Klopman production processes will be derived ...

In Kyrgyz cotton farming, water is used with care. Only the necessary amount is directed to the plants in May through controlled flows – yet they remain green long after. © Cotonea/Jörg Böthling
10/03/2025 – Separating fact from fiction
Separating fact from fiction
For decades, the fast fashion industry has perpetuated myths about cotton, branding it as a “thirsty” crop to justify petroleum-based alternatives. But ...