Every time we do a load of laundry, tiny fibers of polyester escape from our clothes and slip down the drain. These ...

I’m on an overnight flight from New York to Frankfurt, Germany, and the accoutrements given to me in business class have a sustainable sheen. Both the polyester blanket and polyester flight kit ...

In a new study, scientists from the universities of Portsmouth and Manchester report that a specially engineered enzyme can significantly speed up the breakdown of PET—the plastic used in water ...

Polyester is the most widely-used clothing fiber in the world, as it's inexpensive and doesn't crease. Recycled bottles are now being used to produce synthetic materials and is as cheap as virgin ...

Polyester is ubiquitous in our wardrobes. Valued for its strength, lightness, and ease of care, this synthetic fabric has become a staple. Yet, questions persist about its effects on our health and ...

Researchers have developed a way of recycling one of the most popular but environmentally problematic of fabrics: polyester. Their new method is simple, non-toxic for humans and the environment and, ...

For its many benefits, some construction workers may choose to wear apparel made of polyester fabric. According to information from Apex Mills, a technical textile supplier in New York, polyester is a ...

A visit to one of Unifi’s last remaining US polyester plants, in Yadkinville, North Carolina, can make you feel like an optimist. After driving through a sweet little neighborhood of small homes, you ...

The publications are designed to support the industry on sustainable chemical management in polyester recycling processes. Credit: Taigi/Shutterstock. The documents released by ZDHC are – Recycled ...

Hard water causes polyester to shed far more microplastics, and only some fabrics benefit strongly from protective coatings, revealing why water chemistry and unseen textile finishes significantly ...

If you’re looking for polyester sheets, it can be tough to know what makes one brand better or worse than another. In general, polyester sheets are a super affordable option that last a long time and ...