Biodegradable Synthetic Fibres - In conversation with Alastair Drew, CiCLO Textiles

Biodegradable Synthetic Fibres - In conversation with Alastair Drew, CiCLO Textiles

Spinning Values

24/02/2021 9:09AM

Episode Synopsis "Biodegradable Synthetic Fibres - In conversation with Alastair Drew, CiCLO Textiles"

Sustainability in Textiles: A conversation about CiCLO Technology This transcript is from 'Spinning Values', a podcast by Beekaylon Synthetics, which hosts discussions about sustainability and innovation within the textile industry. The host, Rajeev, discusses the impact of synthetic textiles dumped into landfills and introduces Alastair Drew from CiCLO textiles. CiCLO textiles is a company that produces synthetic yarns to be combined with normal yarns, rendering them biodegradable. Alastair represents CiCLO business in Asia and Europe, and the majority of his work is business development. The technology from CiCLO creates biodegradable hotspots on the surface of their synthetic polyester, and fibers containing their technology are not toxic or harmful to the environment while supporting high performance, durability, and sustainability. 00:00 Introduction to Spinning Values Podcast 00:15 The Problem of Synthetic Textiles in Landfills 00:28 Introduction to CiCLO Textiles 00:50 Interview with Alastair Drew from CiCLO 01:05 Understanding the Role of CiCLO in the Textile Industry 03:09 CiCLO's Relationship with Beekaylon 04:47 Understanding Biodegradation and Composting 09:51 The Impact of CiCLO Fibers on Recycling and Toxicity 16:12 The Future of Sustainable Textiles 17:26 Conclusion and Contact Information

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