Social Media Ideas for Sustainable Materials

Sustainable Hotel Credentials: A Supply Chain Decision, Not a Technology Roadmap

The article argues that switching hotel key cards from PVC to certified sustainable materials (wood-fiber, PLA, or paper) is a low-disruption, hardware-compatible procurement decis...

Circular bio-based materials need better policy, not just better materials

The global transition toward bio-based materials is accelerating, but policy is struggling to keep pace. Governments are increasingly promoting renewable materials to replace fossi...

Sawdust-based foam could offer a sustainable alternative to polystyrene

Waste that was swept off a sawmill floor, plant-based binders and beeswaxes created foams with potential for sustainable packaging and building materials.

future materials bank gathers samples and experiments to promote eco-friendly art and design

practitioners around the world have contributed to this data base, proposing alternative development materials for application in art and design. The post future materials bank gat...

Accoya wood and the shift towards circular construction materials

Partner insight: Accys explains why circularity is increasingly becoming a practical requirement in the construction sector, rather than merely a theoretical ambition...

What Is Hemp Fabric & Is It Sustainable?

Hemp fabric is durable, breathable, and low-impact, but is it really sustainable and non-toxic? How it's made, how it compares, and what to look for when buying.

Material Guide: Can Polyurethane Ever Be Sustainable?

Polyurethane (PU) is often used as a fabric coating to improve durability and has been touted as an alternative to animal-derived leather—but it is a plastic, and it has serious im...

From Waste to Wall: Sugarcane Bagasse as Low-Carbon Building Material

From acoustic and thermal cladding systems to masonry units and textiles made from agricultural waste, experimentation with bio-based materials continues to drive sustainable solut...

Reshaping sustainable textiles with Microbial Cellulose as a next-generation fibre

The global textile industry is standing at a turning point. Rising environmental concerns, water scarcity, microplastic pollution, and increasing consumer awareness are forcing man...

A new frontier for Bangladesh's textile diversification

Brands are asking for lower-carbon materials. Consumers are demanding sustainable products. Manufacturers are looking beyond cotton to reduce supply risks and improve product perfo...

Ways to Make Your Supply Chain More Sustainable!

Many companies are looking for ways to add more sustainability in all aspects of their supply chain. It is time to get rid of some of the processes that are now outdated and change...

The challenge of defining “sustainable growing media”

The term "sustainable growing media" is widely used in horticultural research, policy, and industry, yet its meaning remains ambiguous, inconsistently applied, and often unsupporte...

How Plastic Recycling and Precision Molding Drive Sustainable Manufacturing

Sustainable manufacturing depends on finding better ways to reduce waste while keeping valuable materials in use. Plastic waste is everywhere. It fills our oceans, … The post How P...

Massachusetts School Project Team Avoids Procuring PFAS

Boston-based design firm Sasaki works with Harvard University to select green materials for the 172,300 gross sq ft school project. 

Sustainability beyond the buzzwords

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SMX and The Age of Parity: Why Verified Recycled Plastic May Become The Material Safeguard Modern Life Needs

Gap achieves 100% sustainable cotton sourcing milestone

Gap Inc. has achieved two major sustainability goals. The US apparel retailer now sources 100% of its cotton from more sustainable sources and uses 65% recycled polyester across it...

A Guide to Plastic-Free Alternatives to Animal-Derived Materials

Avoiding animal-derived materials like leather, wool, and down is a great way to protect animals, all while reducing the climate and biodiversity impacts of your wardrobe, and cari...

SMX and the Age of Parity: Recycled Plastic Is No Longer a Sustainability Choice-It's an Economic Imperative

Econogy Hub Spotlights Sustainable Material Innovation Amid Evolving Sourcing Priorities At Intertextile Apparel

SHANGHAI — June 29, 2026 — Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics will return from 25 – 27 August at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), continuing to serve as...

Vom Experiment zur Designpraxis

Material Matters zeigte bei den 3daysofdesign 2026, wie nachhaltige Materialien den Weg in Architektur und Design finden können. Im Mittelpunkt standen nicht nur innovative Werksto...

The State of the Sustainable Consumer: Key Trends & Statistics (2026)

Here are the most important sustainable consumer statistics and trends for 2026, drawing on proprietary research from Sustainable Jungle's own consumer surveys alongside data from...

Dialogue with the Code: Calibrating Standards for Adaptive Reuse to Thrive

There is growing awareness around sustainability—and the environmental cost of prematurely demolishing safe, structurally sound buildings only to replace them with new construction...

Beyond Energy Efficiency: How Sustainable Design Enhances Livability!

Energy efficiency is often the star of the show when it comes to sustainable design. While saving energy remains an important aspect of design, it’s only one part of a much bigger...