A survey by an NPO reveals an appalling fact that approximately 8000 chemicals are used in the process of textile manufacturing. This creates irreparable damages to the environment, and living beings. Even after the apparel is purchased, it is responsible for two thirds of a garments carbon foot print.

Textile industry is more focused on efficient, cost effective, and sustainable solutions. To achieve this, it needs to add innovation, and more focus on whatever it is doing currently. Innovation is the core factor for creating a sustainable environment. Innovative technologies are designed, developed, and marketed around the world. The speed of innovation has increased and technological landscape is going through rapid changes. Innovation and technology goes hand in hand in reversing the negative effects of the textile industry.

How does innovation support sustainability?

Sustainability addresses the trends adopted by countries so as to make sure, the need of their people are met without much damage to the environment. During the past few years, with the wake of global warming effects, sustainability has gained increased importance among businesses. New methods are applied in business practices to reduce pollution by better utilization of raw materials, and also to improve financial results. Technological improvements help to foster sustainable business practices.

Sustainable Innovations:

Biotechnology:

Biotechnology enables to produce cotton with enhanced fibre features. Through the applications of biotechnology, genetically engineered cotton is produced, which produces polyester like substance which gives the texture of cotton along with the warmth of polyester. Traditional methods of stonewashing on denims were achieved by using pumice stone, and adding enzymes. Today, biostoning process is used for denim finishing which gives a lesser environmental impact.