Category: Materials / Plastic
We can find many different materials on the textile market. Some of them are well known while others are new inventions. We provide information and clarity about how sustainable these materials are. A lot of the textiles and clothing we use are made of plastic fibers, which have negative impact on health and environment.
The Hidden Health Costs of Wearing Synthetic Fabrics
The common use of polyester in textiles, despite its benefits, poses significant health risks underscoring the need for more informed and health-conscious fabric choices
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A Comparative Analysis of Viscose and Polyester
This article delves into the environmental impacts, production processes, and sustainable practices of viscose and polyester, comparing their strengths and challenges to guide consumers towards more eco-friendly fashion choices.
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Exploring the Frontier: The Impact of Novel Materials in Fashion and Beyond
Novel textiles are revolutionizing industries by blending cutting-edge technology with traditional fabric, creating smart materials that adapt to environmental stimuli and offer unprecedented functionality in fashion, healthcare, and sports.
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Human rights impacts of toxic plastics
The report by the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights and toxics stresses that “the stages of the plastics cycle disproportionately affect people living in poverty”.
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Recycled Cotton is Still an Emerging Fabric
Recycled cotton is an emerging and more sustainable alternative to virgin cotton.
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Sustainability of Nylon
Nylon is the first synthetic fiber ever made, and its environmental impacts are alarming.
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- Environment and health challenges of the textile industry in Bangladesh, with Dr Shahriar Hossain from ESDO in Bangladesh
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