07/11/2024
The subject of microfibre release into the environment is being closely studied by one of our R&D teams, specialists in plastic pollution.
Microfibres are textile fibres that can be:
All of these microfibres have an impact on ecosystems, whether marine, freshwater or terrestrial (read our article here on the environmental impact of mismanaged plastic waste).
Microfibre leaks occur throughout the life cycle of a textile product. We often think of the end of life, the used textile, when in fact the main source of release is upstream: new textiles release more microfibres than textiles that have been washed several times (both for individuals and in production).
Overconsumption of new clothes therefore increases the consumer's impact on the product usage phase via the first washes, which are highly emissive of microfibres.
To limit the impact of microfibres released during washing, it would be ideal to:
Note: new washing machines will have to be equipped with a microfibre filter from 2025.
At EVEA, we are able to evaluate and support you in reducing the environmental impact caused by the release of microfibres from your textile products. To do this, we use specific tools and methods that go beyond the classic LCA analysis, which does not take this particular impact into account.
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** Sources : Ecobalyse et PEFApparelFootwear
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