Sustainability

Sweden Overwhelmed By Textile Waste Surge After EU Ban On Disposal

Textile Insights April 17, 2025

Sweden’s recycling centres are overflowing with discarded clothing following the European Union’s ban on throwing away textiles, with municipalities calling on fast fashion giants to shoulder responsibility for the mounting waste. “It’s a huge amount coming in every day. It’s been crazy,” said

Sustainability

Aquafil Unveils Breakthrough In Textile Recycling

Textile Insights March 29, 2025

After over a decade of research and innovation, Aquafil has achieved a major milestone in textile recycling with the launch of the world’s first demonstration plant capable of chemically separating elastic fibres from nylon. This groundbreaking technology addresses one of the textile industry’s toughest recycling challenges, reinforcing Aquafil’s leadership in responsible

Sustainability

Waste2Fresh: Revolutionizing Sustainable Textile Industry Practices

December 11, 2023

Waste2Fresh is an innovative project addressing the global issue of denim waste water contamination through the implementation of innovative technologies. Textile dyeing and treatment contribute significantly to water pollution, with large denim factories using substantial amounts of water for their processes, leading to adverse environmental impacts. Waste2Fresh, funded

Event

Heimtextil Introduces Econogy For Sustainable Evaluation

November 7, 2023

Heimtextil 2024 is experiencing strong national and global demand across all product segments, with more than 2,600 exhibitors presenting their new products in Frankfurt am Main. The global trade fair for home and contract textiles is also introducing “Econogy,” a realignment of sustainable formats in the global Texpertise Network. Econogy aims to standardize

Corporates

ABFRL Collaborates With GIZ India And CEE To Pioneer Textile Circular Economy Initiatives

August 27, 2023

Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) has embarked on a significant journey towards advancing the principles of sustainability by championing the domain of textile circularity. This transformative initiative, led in partnership with GIZ India and CEE, is set to reshape the landscape of the fashion and textile industry. Underlining a shared commitment to foster