Journal of Textile Science & Engineering

Department of Textile Technology, University of Boras, Boras, Sweden

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• Mini Review   
  Reusing and Reprocessing Textiles Effects on the Atmosphere
  Author(s): May Kahoush*
  
  This paper provides a summary of the current knowledge and highlights areas for additional research by reviewing studies on the environmental impact of textile recycling and reuse. A total of 41 studies were examined, with recycling being the focus of 85% and reuse being the focus of 41%. The most researched recycling method is fiber recycling, followed by polymer/oligomer recycling monomer recycling and fabric recycling. Polyester (63%) and cotton (76%) are the most researched materials. Claims that textile reuse and recycling have a lower impact on the environment than incineration and landfilling, as well as that reuse is more beneficial than recycling, are supported by the reviewed publications. The investigations do, nonetheless, uncover situations under which reuse and reusing are not valuable for specific ecological effects. Benefits, for instance, may n.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2165-8064.2022.12.515

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