We specialize in sourcing and developing innovative materials that align with Textile Exchange's preferred fibers, emphasizing advancements that offer improved environmental and social outcomes. Our focus areas include:

• Next-Gen Biosynthetics: Exploring materials derived from renewable biological resources, such as algae-based fibers and bio-based polyesters, which serve as sustainable alternatives to traditional synthetics.​

• Next-Gen Cellulosic Fibers: Driving innovation in man-made cellulosic fibers (MMCFs), using advanced processing methods that improve feedstock efficiency, reduce chemical dependency, and align with circular material systems.

• Next-Gen BioBased Fibers and Materials: Advancing the development of next-gen bio-based fibers and materials derived from renewable feedstocks such as agricultural residues, microbial fermentation, or algae. These innovations aim to reduce reliance on fossil resources while enabling scalable, high-performance alternatives to conventional synthetics and petrochemical-based inputs.

• Innovative Recycling Technologies: Implementing textile-to-textile recycling solutions that transform post-consumer waste into high-quality fibers, contributing to a circular economy and reducing reliance on virgin materials.​

• CO₂-Based Feedstocks (CCU): Integrating carbon capture and utilization technologies to convert CO₂ emissions into raw materials for fiber production, thereby mitigating greenhouse gas impacts.​

• Novel Dyeing and Finishing Techniques: Adopting advanced dyeing methods and finishing processes that minimize water usage and eliminate hazardous chemicals, enhancing fabric performance while ensuring environmental safety.

We collaborate with brands, NGOs, suppliers, and other industry actors to co-create sustainability strategies and actionable roadmaps that align with both internal goals and external demands.

• Support for creating long-term sustainability strategies and roadmaps, with implementation guidance tailored to technical and organizational realities

• Strategic advice on reducing dependency on virgin inputs through the integration of next-gen fibers and materials, while building circular systems that embed reuse, recycling, and responsible feedstock sourcing into the product lifecycle

• Guidance on communicating the relevance and impact of innovative materials and technologies

• Development of industry-aligned circularity roadmaps through collaborative stakeholder engagement, strategic research, and sector consultation

• Co-creation and review of best practice guidance and standards, ensuring scientific robustness and implementation feasibility across emerging industry frameworks

• Navigation of emerging regulatory frameworks (CSRD, EPR, EU Green Deal, PEFCR) with a focus on materials innovation and traceability readiness

• Support in developing traceability and data infrastructure that supports credible impact claims and future policy alignment

We offer a suite of proprietary tools and guidance documents designed to support brands and innovators in developing and validating sustainable textile solutions. These include:

• Pilot Blueprint: A structured approach for planning, executing, and scaling pilot projects with measurable impact. Learn more via our Pilot Collective.

• Sustainable Material Product Guidelines: Practical criteria for selecting and implementing responsible materials throughout design and production.

• Claims Playbook: A reference for developing clear, substantiated sustainability claims aligned with current regulatory expectations.

• Claim Substantiation Support: Support in verifying the performance and impact of innovative materials and processes, providing structured documentation that meets EU and ISO guidance. We focus on building robust evidence packages to support environmental claims, ensuring credibility and regulatory alignment for emerging textile solutions.

• Fabric Testing and Data Benchmarking: Tools to assess durability, performance, and environmental profiles using credible testing methods.

• Design for Circularity Prototyping: Support in developing textile prototypes that adhere to circular economy principles, focusing on material longevity, recyclability, and resource efficiency throughout the product lifecycle.

Looking to explore innovative solutions and emerging technologies? Access our Innovators Pool to connect with a network of vetted partners across materials science, processing, digital tools, and beyond, ready to support your next pilot or product initiative.

We empower stakeholders across the textile value chain, including brands, NGOs, suppliers, and innovators, through tailored programs designed to foster sustainable innovation. Our offerings include:

• Custom Workshops: Interactive sessions focused on sustainability, material innovation, and circular design principles.

• Executive Sustainability Bootcamps: Intensive programs aimed at equipping leadership with the knowledge and tools to drive sustainable initiatives.

• Facilitation of Multi-Stakeholder Dialogues: Guided discussions that bring together diverse perspectives to address complex sustainability challenges.

• Systems Mapping Exercises: Visual tools to understand and navigate the interconnections within textile systems, identifying opportunities for sustainable interventions.

• Ideation Process Support: Structured approaches to generating innovative ideas, including techniques like brainwriting and gamestorming.

• Brainstorming Sessions: Facilitated sessions designed to surface actionable ideas from diverse teams.

• Innovation Cycle Guidance: Support across all stages of the innovation process from framing to prototyping to implementation.

• Innovation Team Development: Guidance to help organizations build and strengthen cross-functional innovation capabilities.

• Speaking Engagements and Expert Panels: Contributions to events focused on next-gen fibers and materials, circularity, chemical management, and fiber fragmentation mitigation.

Our facilitation practices are rooted in participatory, evidence-based approaches that help organizations unlock the potential of their teams and ecosystems.