Topic: enzyme technology

  • Lululemon Invests in Epoch Biodesign for Recycled Apparel

    Lululemon Invests in Epoch Biodesign for Recycled Apparel

    Epoch Biodesign uses specialized enzymes to break down plastic waste into its core chemical monomers, achieving over 90% recovery and aiming to create virgin-quality materials. The company's initial commercial focus is on recycling nylon 6,6 from waste textiles, decoupling production from fossil ...

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  • H&M Partners with Startup to Turn CO2 Into Clothing

    H&M Partners with Startup to Turn CO2 Into Clothing

    The fashion industry's environmental impact is being addressed by startups like Rubi, which uses enzymes to convert captured CO₂ into cellulose, the base material for textiles like lyocell, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional forestry-based production. Rubi has secured $7.5 million ...

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