LIFESTYLE

Sustainable fabrics for a greener future

By Rishabh Raj

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Algae-based fabric

Scientists have developed a weather-resistant fabric by mixing powdered seaweed with fats from different types of algae and applying plant-based waxes.

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Pineapple Leather

Pineapple leather, made from leftover parts of pineapples, is a cruelty-free alternative to traditional leather. It requires less water and doesn't involve any harmful chemicals.

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Coconut water leather

Nata de Coco, a special type of bacterial cellulose made from fermented water from ripe coconuts, is combined with fibers from hemp, sisal, and banana stems to create leather.

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Rose petal silk

Indian rose bushes are used to create a biodegradable fabric made from waste petals, dyed with natural pigments, and spun into fibers. No chemicals are required to grow the rose bushes.

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Lyocell and other natural fibers

The production of Lyocell, an eco-friendly fabric made from wood pulp, has a low environmental impact and avoids toxic chemicals. 

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