The Fibers in Your Closet: Understanding Cellulose Biodegradability and the...
Learn how cotton breaks down in nature, why synthetic fibers don’t, and what this means for your wardrobe and the planet. Backed by new biodegradability data.
Fabric Fact or Fiction: Unraveling the Myths Related to Cotton...
The use of fertilizers, pesticides, and water in agriculture isn’t inherently negative. The key to using these resources is to help ensure their efficient, safe, and responsible utilization. One size does not fit all: There are great regional differences within...
The Urgency of Addressing Plastic Pollution in the Apparel Industry
Plastic Pollution from Apparel: The global apparel industry generated an estimated 8.3 million tons of plastic pollution in 2019, accounting for 14% of the total plastic pollution from all sectors.1 Synthetic Clothing Dominance: Synthetic Clothing as the Main Culprit:...
Cotton: The Biodegradable Choice
Learn how quickly cotton biodegrades versus other fibers with Dr. Jesse Daystar, Chief Sustainability Officer at Cotton Incorporated. Biodegradability of apparel is crucial for reducing waste, conserving resources, and minimizing environmental impact. Cotton can decompose under the right conditions it doesn’t contribute to microplastic pollution.