Dr. Corina Ross

The Terre textile recycling initiative benefits a wide range of stakeholders across the textile value chain as well as society and the environment. Textile and Fashion Industry Manufacturers, fashion brands, and textile producers benefit from access to recycled fibers and sustainable material alternatives that support the transition toward circular production models and reduce reliance on virgin raw materials. Recycling and Waste Management Sector Recycling operators and waste management organizations benefit from improved systems for the collection, sorting, and processing of textile waste, enabling more efficient resource recovery and new economic opportunities in textile recycling. Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Small businesses and local textile enterprises gain access to knowledge, training, and technological support related to circular textile practices and sustainable material innovation. Research and Innovation Community Universities, research institutions, and innovation partners benefit from collaboration opportunities in the development of advanced textile recycling technologies and sustainable material solutions. Local Communities and Workers The initiative contributes to job creation and skill development in textile collection, sorting, recycling, and sustainable manufacturing activities, supporting local economic development. The Environment and Society By reducing textile waste and promoting the reuse of materials, the Terre initiative helps decrease landfill pressure, conserve natural resources, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. These environmental benefits contribute to broader sustainability objectives supported by the United Nations and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.