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Puma Makes Strides in Environmental Sustainability With New Biodegradable Re:Suede Sneaker
The Re: Suede experiment, a Zeology suede and hemp sneaker set atop TPE outsoles, produced a sneaker that can…
Champion Gets Biodegradable Upgrade
The Hanesbrands athletic label is the latest brand to make Earth-friendlier clothing courtesy of Ciclo.
UConn Researcher Tackles Protein’s Possibilities for Plastic
The chemistry expert explored naturally occurring, biodegradable proteins that turn into plastic-like…
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Biotech Pioneer Carbios to Build World’s First PET Recycling Plant
It is close to a source for waste supply on 13.7 acres at the border of France, Germany and Luxembourg.
Candiani Launches Brand Focused on Biodegradable Stretch Denim
Coreva Design's first collection includes sweatshirts, hoodies, joggers, chinos, cargo miniskirts and maxi…
Balena Partners With Former Yeezy Designer on Biodegradable Slides
The Tel Aviv-based firm partnered with Kitty Shukman to create a 3D-printed designer slide that is fully…
How These Medical Scrubs Fight Microplastic Pollution
Kindthread's Laundau and New York-based Welles make their medical scrubs with Ciclo, the textile additive…
Cocona Labs Charges Ahead with 37.5 Biodegradable Thermoregulating Tech
The textile technology company wants to scale its technology beyond synthetic fabrics.
Spinnova to Open R&D Spinning Operation in Portugal with Tearfil
The sustainable fiber producer will focus on product development and be closer to global markets.
Are Biodegradable Textiles Really Just a Myth?
Research tries to get to the bottom of the truth about fashion's claims regarding fabrics that break down in…
Calik Denim Talks Regenerative Cotton, Biodegradable Technology at UN
The mill joined the United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network's second annual meeting.
How Sorona Producer CovationBio Aims to Be Even More Sustainable
A renewed commitment to sustainability practices aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Candiani Denim Plans Coreva-Focused Brand
Coreva Design will launch in Summer 2024.
Protein-Based Alternative to Nylon and Spandex Gets $3.7 Million
Corinna Chen, partner at co-lead funder Material Impact, says Werewool is a "breakthrough approach for…
Material World: Harnessing Plant Power
From lavender stalks to the pulpy residue of agave, plants are powering these next-gen innovations.