The LYCRA Co., Wilmington, Del., recently announced that it is amplifying its Planet Agenda sustainability platform with the launch of LYCRA EcoMade fiber, its first branded elastane made with pre-consumer content.
The company also announced plans to convert the majority of COOLMAX and THERMOLITE fiber products to include recycled content by the end of 2021. The official launch took place at Intertextile Shanghai, held Sept. 25-27.
“The Planet Agenda platform focuses on providing insights, technologies, products, and processes that can contribute to a more sustainable industry,” says Jean Hegedus, The LYCRA Co.’s sustainability director. “Planet Agenda is built around three interdependent pillars: product sustainability, manufacturing excellence and corporate responsibility. Through these pillars, we offer a variety of sustainable solutions focused on waste reduction; safe and transparent chemical usage; garment wear life; and sustainable resources.”
The EcoMade family of recycled products now spans the majority of the company’s apparel brands, including LYCRA, LYCRA T400, COOLMAX and THERMOLITE fibers. — D.S.
