Textile Waste Recycling and Sustainable Textile Product Development

This book covers various aspects involved in the recycling of textile waste into value-added products and its impact on the environment and circular economy. It discusses current challenges of recycling technologies and the scope for research and innovation in new technologies, offering a comprehensive and inclusive approach aimed at advancing sustainable practices within the textile industry. Key features: Exclusively covers recycling and sustainability from different aspects, including new technologies and products Addresses a pressing question for environmental management and resource recovery Provides a holistic view of textile waste management, covering everything from waste collection and sorting to innovative product development Showcases examples of industrial textiles developed using recycled textiles, including detailed case studies and design principles Delves into various recycling methods for natural, synthetic, blends, and composites, thereby covering all aspects of textile materials This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in textile engineering, waste recycling, and sustainability analysis.