[Re]value

The [Re]value project aims
to develop high-quality yarns through the unique combination of regional hemp,
local sheep wool, and recycled wool. These innovative yarns will be manufactured
into pilot products for home textiles such as carpets, upholstery fabrics,
curtains, and acoustic panels. The focus on hemp, as the most environmentally
friendly natural fiber, combined with local sheep wool and recycled wool, not
only creates a sustainable but also a regional value chain. The combination of
fibers enables the production of biodegradable, self-cleaning, and
flame-resistant yarns specifically suitable for home textiles. The project
establishes an industrial value chain to bring pilot yarns and products to the
market, making a significant contribution to sustainable development in the
textile industry.
The use of recycled
materials and regional supply chains results in significant CO2 savings. The
materials are bio-based and biodegradable. Creating high-quality products from
previously unused resources supports local sheep farmers, contributes to the
preservation of cultural heritage, and promotes the circular economy. [Re]value
establishes the Dutch German border region as a leader in textile circular
economy and offers an innovative sustainable alternative for the textile
industry.
Given the growing awareness
of sustainability and the promising potentials in German and Dutch sheep
farming as well as hemp cultivation, the market outlook is extremely positive.
The multidisciplinary team covers the entire textile value chain, ensuring that
innovative ideas are successfully implemented from yarn development to product
marketing.
[Re]value represents an
idea that not only strengthens the regional economy but also drives
environmentally friendly alternatives in the textile industry forward.