Nurturing Innovation

The global textile waste problem is escalating, with over 100 million tons of waste produced annually, exacerbated by increasing production and inadequate recovery infrastructure. This growing issue highlights the urgent need for circular economy solutions that prioritize reuse, recycling, and sustainable business practices. Programs like NextCycle, developed by RRS, are at the forefront of this movement, supporting innovative initiatives in Colorado, Michigan, and Washington. These initiatives include textile recycling, upcycling, and material recovery projects that aim to reduce waste, promote circularity, and foster local economies. With growing interest in circular economy practices, such efforts are crucial to addressing the global textile waste crisis.

"Innovation and change cannot come soon enough... The NextCycle program continues to incubate winning investable ideas across Colorado, Michigan, and Washington, not just for textiles but also for any and all materials in need of new or improved methods of recovery, reuse, and recycling."

Written by:

Marisa Adler, RRS Senior Consultant