Upcycling Mixed Textile Waste into Clean Materials for the Next Use Cycle
PESCO-UP's Sustainable Solution
PESCO-UP develops sustainable, economically viable processes for upcycling mixed polyester/cotton (PES/CO) textile waste into high-quality cotton and polyester products.
By 2025, textile waste collection will be mandatory in EU member states, and PESCO-UP aims to lead the charge in transforming this societal challenge into a business opportunity.
Addressing Key Challenges in Textile Recycling
Bridging Information Gaps
PESCO-UP tackles the industry's information exchange deficit by developing a marketplace based on the Digital Product Passport, facilitating communication among stakeholders to share technological advancements and promote the benefits of textile recycling.
Establishing Systematic Approaches
Focusing on classification and systemisation, PESCO-UP aims to create industry-wide standards for recycling technologies and logical routes for cotton and polyester textile fibres, advancing beyond current origin-based classifications to incorporate chemical structures, physical properties, and textile finishing attributes.
Ensuring Social and Technological Harmony
Recognising the importance of balancing technological innovation with social well-being, PESCO-UP endeavours to prevent negative social impacts, ensuring that new technologies enhance manufacturing job appeal and contribute to a skilled and sustainable workforce.
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