Gardeners are discovering that a pile of forgotten textiles doesn’t have to end up in the landfill. From worn-out jeans to faded bed sheets, these everyday fabrics are finding a second life in ...

DIN SPEC 19296 was developed by Hohenstein in cooperation with Goldeck Textil GmbH and Oceansafe AG and is publicly available. By combining biodegradability and ecotoxicological testing, the ...

The new approach is said to determine whether materials are biodegradable, and whether their fragments could harm plants or ...

https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/agri-business/regenerative-agriculture-how-soil-health-can-strengthen-indias-textile-supply-chains/article70226702.ece ...

“Made to last” shouldn’t mean “here forever.” But for the majority of textiles today, that’s the unfortunate reality. In lab conditions, CiCLO® — a sustainable additive that can be combined with ...

Ugandan researchers are transforming discarded banana stems into textiles, hair extensions and sanitary pads, positioning the East African nation to capitalise on growing global demand for sustainable ...

Australian farmers are finding a new use for surplus sheep's wool. This low-value wool is now being spread on drought-hit fields. It helps soil retain moisture and rebuilds its structure. This ...