The story of Econyl recycled nylon is one of beauty. It comes full circle by taking old fishing nets that are polluting the ocean and trapping sea life and turning them into yarn that becomes swimwear. Brands like Loka and pro surfing legend Kelly Slater’s Outerknown are using this fabric to make sure their impact on the environment is as minimal as possible.
Along with other pre- and post-consumer waste, they partner with organizations like Healthy Seas and Net-Works to reclaim the fishing nets from oceans. Closed-loop recycling means taking less from the earth and using more of what we already have. Well played Econyl!
Here’s a short video that explains the process:
Along with other pre- and post-consumer waste, they partner with organizations like Healthy Seas and Net-Works to reclaim the fishing nets from oceans. Closed-loop recycling means taking less from the earth and using more of what we already have. Well played Econyl!
Here’s a short video that explains the process:
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