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India is one of the largest cultivators, consumers and exporters of cotton. As such, we are a completely “cottonized” economy, with most of our textile spinning, dyeing, and weaving infrastructure designed for cotton. But growing just 1 ton of cotton needs almost 1.5 Olympic swimming pools worth of water. And almost 6% of total global chemical pesticides and fertiilisers, with damaging effect on soil and life, are consumed to grow cotton worldwide. 90% of cotton farmers live below the poverty line.
Thankfully, there are alternatives — hemp, jute, banana fibre, nettle, and so many more! Non-virgin and waste materials like textile leftovers are yet another alternative. The mainstreamed and increased usage of alternatives materials that are biodegradable, organic, waste or excess, and more closely aligned with natural systems is a key way to bring more sustainability to our textile ecosystem.
Here are 5 innovators we found on www.circularapparel.co that can help your business go circular using alternative materials. Discover more circular innovators on our site!
Envi Biopolymers
A Jaipur-based manufacturer of biodegradable poly bags to help reduce the plastic waste from your packaging.
Boheco
Based in Mumbai, Bombay Hemp Company or Boheco is a leading provider of hemp fibres, fabrics, and products.
Fabrikolor
Based in Pune, Fabrikolor are experts in the use of natural dyes, which they use as a vehicle to upskill and employ low income women artisans.
Liveco™
With a team of scientists, innovators & designers, Liveco has developed solutions for several industries & applications spanning carbon capture, biopolymers, renewable building materials, bio-fabricated textiles, and more.
Anandi Texstyles
Anandi Texstyles is based in the fibre hub of Tirupur and supplies global brands around the world with reliable recycled cotton made from waste.
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