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If fashion is to move to the future, sustainability must be at the forefront, which means moving away from synthetic, microplastic-producing textiles. And Plastic Free July might just be the opportune time to examine the benefits of moving toward natural fibers like cotton.
What does it mean for a fiber to be biodegradable? Why is biodegradeability important? Biodegradable materials are materials that are able to break down in a natural environment. They can be decomposed by living organisms, mostly microorganisms such as...
Discover why cotton is a sustainable choice. Cotton is a biodegradable, drought-tolerant crop and helps reduce plastic waste in our oceans. Check the label for cotton and help save our water.
As we recognize Plastic Free July and continue our efforts to reduce the use of plastic – and thus reduce the various damaging impacts on our environment, we wanted to take the opportunity for a broader look at the intersection of plastics and biodegradation. The...
On June 12, 2022 a New York Times article highlighted some of the difficulties and misconceptions of measuring environmental impacts in the fashion industry. Given Cotton Incorporated’s mission as a research organization, we’re encouraged to see discussion around...
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