Chemists have identified a cheaper and more sustainable method for producing acrylate, a chemical used to make materials from polyester fabrics to diapers. Chemical companies churn out billions of ...

BERLIN, Jan 28 (Reuters) - Adidas will launch new fabrics made from recycled polyester and marine plastic waste and expand the product lines that use them after the success of shoes made with the ...

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From washing-machine filters to blotting stains, a few simple steps can reduce the environmental impact of caring for the garments When I told a friend I was writing about the most environmentally ...

Researchers found they could separate blended cotton and polyester fabric using enzymes -- nature's tools for speeding chemical reactions. Ultimately, they hope their findings will lead to a more ...