It ain't fashion, if it ain't sustainable

National Science Foundation

Industry Revamp / US Project

29 January 2024

3 minutes

Potential key outcomes of the North Carolina Textile Innovation and Sustainability Engine include a decrease in the negative environmental effects of the textile sector, including a reduction in the sector’s carbon footprint.

New Project in US Seeks to Advance Textile Industry ‘Greening’

A new project in the US aims to disrupt and revolutionise the $96 billion textiles industry, driving advances in smart textiles, wearable technology, medical textiles and protective textiles.

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Staff Writer

Synthetic Fashion / Alternatives

17 February 2023

2 minutes

The core of the project is about finding alternatives to synthetic fibres like polyester.

US Researchers to Explore Sustainable Alternatives to Synthetic Textiles Used in Fast Fashion

A Convergence Accelerator is funding research on ways to reduce recalcitrant textile waste and develop new materials made from renewable resources.

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Staff Writer

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Snapshot / Recycling Crisis / I Feature

The textile recycling market is projected to grow, but investment remains concentrated in companies that can demonstrate material flow predictability

The Data Divide: How Traceability Gaps Are Crushing Textile Recycling Economics

Subir Ghosh

2 June 2025

Event Roundup / Textile ETP Report

The 2025 Textile ETP Annual Conference in Alcoy made one thing clear: regulation alone will not drive the textile industry’s transformation. Rather, it will be the decisions and collective actions of researchers, innovators, businesses, and policymakers that shape a sustainable future.

Decarbonisation in Textile Finishing: Engineering Solutions for a High-Impact Transition

Hilde Heim

19 May 2025

Textile Recycling Expo

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Designer Talk / Nigerian Trends Report

These stunning runway moments at LagosFW24 redefined elegance with bold silhouettes, rich textures, and timeless sophistication.

How Lagos Fashion Blends Nigerian Tradition with Global Style Trends

Adwoa Owusuaa Bobie

29 May 2025

Toxic Fashion / Nonylphenol Usage Report

Indian textile products containing toxic chemicals may face barriers or trade limitations in the global market, hindering competitiveness of the Indian textile industry. By aligning with international efforts and adopting strict measures,

Toxic Chemicals in Indian Clothing Pose Health and Environmental Threats, Finds Study

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27 May 2025

Young India Fashion Survey 2025