Goldwin releases sweater made with biopolymer fabric

14 Nov '20

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Goldwin has released the world’s first sweater knitted with innovative fabric produced through microbial fermentation, in partnership with leading Japanese biotechnology company producing biopolymer materials, Spiber. Goldwin is an international technical apparel brand whose purpose is to unify minimalist urban design with technical alpine performance.

Called the Sweater, it’s the world’s first knitted garment made with Brewed Protein, a biopolymer by Spiber whose plant-based microbial fermentation process makes it well-positioned to deliver significant contributions to animal- and plastic-free initiatives in a range of fields and industries, according to a press release by Goldwin.

The Sweater is a milestone in Goldwin and Spiber’s shared mission to reduce the fashion industry's impact on the environment by replacing traditional, petrochemical-based materials and production methods with innovative, bio-based solutions. It is designed to emulate a traditional ski sweater, with a low gauge knit and twisted yarn that delivers an ultra-soft and comfortable feel. It is made up of 30 per cent Brewed Protein and 70 per cent wool and is available in unisex sizes; S, M, and L.

Fast fashion is among the leading contributors to climate change and one of the most ravenous industrial consumers of natural resources. It accounts for 8 per cent of total greenhouse gas emissions globally, and, according to researchers’ most recent estimates, generated 1.2 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions in 2016, more than all international flights and maritime freighter trips combined.

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