In conclusion, recycled polyester is still a more environmentally sustainable fibre than virgin polyester. The more we recycle, the less garbage winds up in our landfills . We can reduce our reliance on petroleum , save natural resources , production and energy costs and reduce the negative impacts of the extraction and processing of virgin materials. Our LCA study 4 conducted on polyester products showed that when we replace virgin polyester with recycled one we reduce the CO 2 emissions of 4% and if we replaced acrylic we have a reduction of almost 70%. Impressive! Recycling helps us reducing the industry’s reliance on fossil fuel sources and managing our resources in a more ethical way: using products to their full potential.
However, the choice to use this material in our products derives from valid reasons:
Resistance : when exposed to the sun, the material does not lighten and lose quality, unlike cotton; this allows for greater durability a reduction in waste. Lack of large-scale alternatives : there are currently no alternatives to mechanically recycled rPET on large-scale production.
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To remedy the problems relating to the rPET, we will undertake to adopt a series of virtuous behaviours along our path of sustainable transition. For example, we believe it is necessary to carry out continuous monitoring of the chemically recycled polyester market which , although generally characterized by a greater environmental impact than the equivalent mechanically recycled one, can be subjected to a greater number of recycling processes while keeping the quality intact. Furthermore, we are evaluating collaborations with organizations along the supply chain to guarantee the recycling of the waste generated during production . Another option that we consider as an alternative to rPET is the use of alternative materials, such as recycled nylon or recycled wool.
4 The LCA was conducted on selected articles, taking takes into account the complete life of the product, from its production to the distribution.
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