REPORT 2.2 Silk-Like Materials
Written and researched by Portia Davies for Source Conscience – 2021
This report provides an overview, insight and analysis of the sustainability of silk-like materials: polyester, nylon, viscose (rayon), Tencel/ lyocell, modal and cupro.
This report is intended a guide for product designers & buyers of consumer products including textiles and apparel, that are looking to understand the relative impact of raw materials. It is not intended for use by scientists or for LCAs or as the basis for further study. All data is approximate and all sources are noted at end of report.
Source Conscience is an independent start-up providing education, research and reporting on sustainability. Please support our sustainability efforts by not sharing these reports beyond your organisation.
Written and researched by Portia Davies for Source Conscience – 2021
This report provides an overview, insight and analysis of the sustainability of silk-like materials: polyester, nylon, viscose (rayon), Tencel/ lyocell, modal and cupro.
This report is intended a guide for product designers & buyers of consumer products including textiles and apparel, that are looking to understand the relative impact of raw materials. It is not intended for use by scientists or for LCAs or as the basis for further study. All data is approximate and all sources are noted at end of report.
Source Conscience is an independent start-up providing education, research and reporting on sustainability. Please support our sustainability efforts by not sharing these reports beyond your organisation.
Written and researched by Portia Davies for Source Conscience – 2021
This report provides an overview, insight and analysis of the sustainability of silk-like materials: polyester, nylon, viscose (rayon), Tencel/ lyocell, modal and cupro.
This report is intended a guide for product designers & buyers of consumer products including textiles and apparel, that are looking to understand the relative impact of raw materials. It is not intended for use by scientists or for LCAs or as the basis for further study. All data is approximate and all sources are noted at end of report.
Source Conscience is an independent start-up providing education, research and reporting on sustainability. Please support our sustainability efforts by not sharing these reports beyond your organisation.