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The way we produce and dye materials has profound impacts on our planet. At Modern Meadow, we’re proud to lead the way with BIO-VERA®, our innovative material powered by BIO-ALLOY® technology. BIO-VERA is not just a sustainable solution — it’s a game-changer for tanners and designers. It mimics the rich properties of traditional materials while opening the door to new dyeing possibilities. This isn’t just about creating better materials. It’s about enabling creativity, preserving tradition, and advancing sustainability in the material industry. To learn more, check out my thoughts in @Textile World magazine below.

Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Textile Dyes & Innovations in Textile Dyes The textile industry is increasingly prioritizing sustainability, and advancements in textile dyes are playing a crucial role in this transformation. Traditional dyeing processes are notorious for their high water consumption and significant chemical pollution. Sustainable textile dyes, however, are designed to minimize environmental impact, leading the way towards a greener and more responsible future for the industry. Why Sustainable Textile Dyes Matter Conventional dyeing processes have a substantial environmental footprint, marked by excessive water usage and chemical discharge. Sustainable textile dyes are developed to address these issues, aiming to reduce adverse environmental effects and promote a sustainable future for the fashion and textile sectors. Types of Sustainable Textile Dyes 1. Natural Dyes: Derived from plants, minerals, and insects, these dyes are biodegradable and non-toxic. 2. Low-Impact Dyes: Synthetic dyes that require less water and energy during the dyeing process. 3. Bio-Dyes: Produced through biological processes involving bacteria and algae, offering an eco-friendly alternative. Innovations in Textile Dyes 1. Waterless Dyeing Technologies: Techniques like supercritical CO2 dyeing eliminate the need for water, significantly reducing pollution. 2. Digital Printing: This method applies dyes precisely, minimizing waste and utilizing eco-friendly inks. 3. Smart Dyes: Utilizing nanotechnology, these dyes offer additional benefits such as UV protection and antimicrobial properties. Embracing a Sustainable Future The adoption of sustainable textile dyes is crucial for reducing the environmental impact of the textile industry. By integrating these innovative dyeing technologies, the industry can move towards a more sustainable and eco-friendly future. Web: www.jbindustry.com Linkedin: JB Industries - Official #SustainableTextiles #EcoFriendlyDyes #TextileInnovation #GreenFashion #Sustainability #EnvironmentalImpact #JBIndustries #Sourcing

"Innovative Fabric Solutions: Scaling Sustainable Alternatives Beyond Plastic and Leather" The textile industry acknowledges its significant environmental footprint, with innovations in fabric materials emerging as a key focus area in #sustainability strategies. Recycled nylons and polyesters are increasingly replacing virgin plastics, but attention has now shifted towards the fibers themselves, aiming to replace synthetics with natural or recyclable alternatives. Companies like Keel Labs and TômTex Co. are leading the charge, developing algae-based and shrimp shell-derived materials that mimic traditional textiles. Emphasis is on fully bio-based materials, utilizing abundant natural resources like chitosan and seaweed. However, accessibility and affordability remain crucial for widespread adoption, with initiatives like green chemistry and venture capital funding driving progress. The industry is moving towards holistic solutions that consider the entire lifecycle of materials, including dye systems and circularity. Despite progress, there is still ample opportunity for further innovation and industry collaboration to address environmental challenges effectively. #SustainableFashion #FabricInnovation #BioBasedMaterials #EnvironmentalImpact #InnovativeMaterials Ref: https://lnkd.in/eHT-6ejF

Imagine if we could reuse the dyes and fabrics from discarded clothing instead of throwing them away—transforming the textile industry from a “make, use, and dispose” model to a “make, use, and reuse” model. That future might be closer than we think. Researchers at the University of Fukui in Japan are making that idea a reality. They’ve developed an innovative process to remove dyes from fabrics completely, allowing both the material and the dye to be reused. This sustainable approach could change how we think about textile waste—and drastically reduce the industry’s environmental footprint. The process they use is called supercritical fluid dyeing, which might sound complex, but it’s quite remarkable. In simple terms, they use supercritical carbon dioxide (CO2) to penetrate the fabric’s fibers and strip away the dye. The CO2 acts as a powerful decolourising agent, leaving the fabric ready to be redyed and the dye ready to be used again. What’s even more impressive is the flexibility of this technique. The researchers created three methods to match the needs of different textiles and dyes. Whether through solvent trapping, solid trapping, or a homogeneous approach, the system has achieved a 90-100% decolourisation rate—particularly effective with polyester. This kind of flexibility and efficiency could help shift the textile industry towards a fully circular economy. This innovation doesn’t just save fabric; it also reuses the processing liquids and decolourising agents, making every step of the process as sustainable as possible. Now, the team at the University of Fukui is looking to bring this technology to market, aiming to replace the “use and throw away” cycle with a sustainable “use and reuse” approach.

🌱 Sustainable water and oil repellent fabrics: The journey away from PFAS 🌍 The classical approach to achieve water and stain repellent properties in cellulosic fabrics has long relied on coating them with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). However, growing environmental concerns and restrictions on long-chain PFAS have prompted a shift toward short-chain PFAS in both academia and industry. But here is the challenge: replicating the performance of long-chain PFAS with short-chain substitutes often requires significantly higher quantities, potentially resulting in similar environmental concerns essentially PFAS for PFAS. While promising alternatives like different C-Zero or Zero-F chemistries are being explored, completely replacing PFAS remains a complex challenge, particularly for essential-use applications. What if we change the approach? In addition to sustainable chemical solutions, could fabric construction itself hold the scale to lower PFAS dependence? 👉 Compact, low-porosity fabrics (with pore sizes not significantly larger than water molecules, i.e., 0.1–10 nm) can enhance functionality with smaller quantities of active agents. For instance, it is reported in different studies that while 1% o.w.f of PFAS can be sufficient for desired effects, biobased agents may require up to 30% o.w.f. or even more. Yet, to obtain a higher addon via biobased solutions repeated coating may be required which practically is not suitable but also this means a quarter of the textile properties (let us say the add-on percentage is 25% and may result in a larger coating thickness) would be influenced by the agent itself. 💡 The questions are: What is the ideal starting fabric for functionalization? is woven better or knitted? For woven fabrics, which weave types are most effective? For knits, which structures enhance repellency? How can fabric design patterns aid in achieving optimal performance? By aligning fabric design with advanced chemistries like short-chain PFAS or F-zero alternatives, we can develop a tailored solution to the essential use areas of PFAS in textiles. Let us collaborate and exchange ideas to shape a more sustainable textile industry! EURATEX - European Apparel and Textile Confederation, Textile Exchange, ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme, #Textilechemistry, AATCC (American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists), #EssentialPFASusearea

The acceptance of biodegradable sewing thread represents a significant step forward in our sustainability journey. We are confident that this initiative will enhance our environmental credentials and contribute to the production of eco-friendly products. We look forward to the positive impact on our business and the environment. Product Details: #Type: Biodegradable Sewing Thread #Composition: 100% #biodegradable materials #Tensile Strength: Comparable to traditional synthetic threads #Color Fastness: High resistance to fading #Applications: Suitable for a wide range of #sewing applications, including #apparel, #home textiles, and #industrial uses Benefits: #Environmental Impact: The biodegradable nature of the thread ensures that it decomposes naturally, reducing the burden on landfills and preventing pollution. #Performance: Despite being eco-friendly, the thread maintains high tensile strength and durability, ensuring the quality and longevity of the products. #Versatility: Available in various colors and thicknesses, it meets the diverse needs of our production requirements.

New dyeing method could help jeans shrink toxic problem Scientists have been searching for ways to make a more sustainable form of indigo, used for centuries to color textiles, but which in its modern synthetic form needs toxic chemicals, large quantities of water and is linked to substantial carbon dioxide emissions. But a study published in the journal Nature Communications suggests ditching the classic dye altogether. Using Indican—a colorless compound also derived form indigo-producing plants—could reduce the environmental and societal impacts associated with dying jeans by around 90 percent because it does not need toxic chemicals, researchers said. https://lnkd.in/gRrpywre #chemistry #rasodayaenterprises #biochemistry #materialscience

Today, the global market has a growing demand for environmentally friendly products, and the textile industry is no exception. As consumers become more environmentally conscious, green textiles are gaining popularity. To meet the growing demand, global companies are looking to export green textiles to lucrative markets such as the European Union (EU) and the United States (US). Green textiles are a product of changing market demand and are in line with our company's long-standing environmental protection philosophy. We are well aware that ecological sustainability is an important direction for future development, so each product undergoes rigorous research and development and testing to ensure that it meets international environmental standards and does not contain any harmful substances. For example, our environmentally friendly acid fixing agent RS-F80 does not contain phenol or bisphenol. Our additives can effectively improve the color fastness and feel of fabrics during use, while reducing the burden on the environment, and have become an indispensable part of the modern textile industry. Web: textileschemical.com Watsapp: +86 13391205886 Email: [email protected] Facebook: Rongsi SH #textilechemical #RongsiSH #DyeingandFinishingAuxiliaries #Innovation #dyeing #printing #Printinganddyeingadditive #Textileprintinganddyeingauxiliaryagent #dyeingprocesses #Reactivedye #fabrics #yarn-dyed fabrics #chemicalauxiliaries

Archroma introduces AVITERA® SE GENERATION NEXT, advancing sustainable textile dyeing. This innovation offers cost-effective solutions for dark shades, meeting environmental standards while enhancing productivity. It promises up to 50% savings in water and energy, reducing CO2 emissions and effluent discharge, and can increase mill output by 25%. A significant step towards sustainable and economically viable textile production. https://lnkd.in/dy7HrfhJ Mohamad Agha Michael Schuhmann Tina Duncker 🔸 Direct Procurement Expert Suparna Germann Patrick Lukas Salathé Anjani Prasad Irfan Chawala Anjani Prasad Abdullah Al Mahdi Manel Orts Jennifer Uribe Juan José Suárez #sustainability #innovation #textileindustry #ecofriendly #greentech #sustainablefashion #cleantech #environment #climatechange #greenbusiness #renewables #energyefficiency #wastemanagement #waterconservation #carbonfootprint #sustainableliving #ecoconscious #textiledesign #fashiontech #ethicalfashion #recycling #sustainabledevelopment #greeninnovation #corporatesustainability #environmentalimpact #sustainablematerials #cleanenergy #sustainabletextiles #ecodesign #greenchemistry #sustainableproduction #sustainablebusiness #ecomanufacturing #circularfashion #circulareconomy