Solutions-platform Mills Fabrica has partnered with a renowned American retail corporation and called for early-stage ideas from around the world that can leverage cellulosic powder for applications beyond the textile sector.
- The winning idea will be awarded USD $20,000 by the American retail corporation to advance their solution
- The Mills Fabrica Innovation Challenge 2025 looks to explore innovative uses for cellulose-based textile waste obtained from upcycling cotton-polyester blended garments will accept applications until 30 June, 2025.
- The Challenge is for innovative early-stage concepts (TRL 3 or above) globally to make use of the cellulosic powder derived from the separation of polycotton materials.
Details: https://www.themillsfabrica.com/events/the-mills-fabrica-innovation-challenge/
Benefits for Innovators:
- USD $20,000 in research funding for the winning idea.
- Provide innovative solutions designed to meet the demands of industry-leading corporations.
- Gain recognition and engage with a panel of industry experts.
- Explore potential partnership opportunities with an international retail corporation.
ABOUT: The Mills Fabrica (Fabrica) is a go-to solutions platform accelerating techstyle and agrifood technology innovations for sustainability and social impact. It is the innovation arm of The Mills, the heritage revitalisation project which stems from the Nan Fung Group's textile legacy in Hong Kong, transforming its cotton spinning mills from the 1950s into a new centre for heritage, experiential retail and innovation.
