Six groundbreaking cellulose fibre innovations are vying for the coveted "Cellulose Fibre Innovation of the Year" award at the upcoming "Cellulose Fibres Conference" in Cologne, Germany, on March 13 and 14, 2024. The nominees showcase advancements in sustainability and resource efficiency across various industries within the cellulose fibre value chain.
The nominees include:
Straw Flexi-Dress (DITF & VRETENA, DE): A versatile knitted garment made from cellulose filaments produced using environmentally friendly spinning technology, focusing on local and circular fashion.
HONEXT Board FR-B (Honext Material, ES): A flame-retardant board made from 100% upcycled industrial waste fibres, achieving Cradle-to-Cradle Certified GOLD and contributing to a carbon-negative footprint.
LENZING Cellulosic Fibres for Glacier Protection (Lenzing, AT): Utilizing cellulosic fibres to create geotextiles for glacier protection, addressing the environmental challenge of microplastics from synthetic alternatives.
RENU Jacket (Pangaia & Evrnu, UK & US): A chemically recycled denim jacket made from 100% Nucycl technology, showcasing breakthroughs in recycling cellulosic textiles.
Textiles Made from Easy-to-dye Biocelsol (VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, FI): Chemically modified Biocelsol fibres reducing wastewater in the dyeing process, offering environmentally friendly dyeing solutions.
A New Generation of Bio-based and Resource-efficient Fibre (TreeToTextile, SE): A sustainable fibre with a natural feel similar to cotton, aiming to complement or replace traditional fibres with low environmental impact.
The awards, sponsored by GIG Karasek, will be determined through voting by conference participants, emphasizing the industry's commitment to recognizing and promoting innovative and sustainable solutions in cellulose fibre production. Each innovation reflects a promising step towards a more environmentally friendly and responsible future in the cellulose fibre industry.
