Sustainability has been one of the most debated topics in recent years. Today, it is increasingly important to apply this concept to the textile industry: as one of the most polluting sectors in the world with emissions of 1.7 billion tons of CO2 per year, textiles impact the environment through both production and disposal. According to forecasts, clothing demand will rise from 62 million tons in 2015 to 102 million in 2030. In light of these figures, the textile sector must commit further, addressing the environmental impact of processing to create an increasingly ethical and sustainable industry. Creating regenerated fabrics significantly reduces pollution: less waste, less environmental impact, less resource exploitation, and greater benefits for the environment.
One of the most polluting sectors in the world Waste disposal CO2 emissions Water consumption Chemical products Energy consumption
Use of regenerated fabrics Less waste Less resource exploitation Reduction of environmental impact
The percentages CO2 emissions: <95% Chemical products: <90% Water consumption: <90% Energy consumption: <77%
The production of regenerated fabrics reduces CO2 production by 95%, water consumption by 90%, energy consumption by 77%, and chemical use by 90%.
The need to leave a cleaner world for future generations is an integral part of Menchi’s distinctive values. Today, the goal is to combine quality and sustainability by using recycled raw materials combined with virgin raw materials to create fabrics that transcend the temporal value of fashion. The concept of “timeless fabrics” embodies the idea of encouraging people toward more conscious and sustainable consumption: a lifestyle oriented toward quality rather than quantity. A garment made with regenerated textile fiber is not only sustainable but also high-quality, as it maintains the same characteristics as the original product.
Menchi is continuously committed to obtaining certifications that guarantee compliance with ethical and environmental standards, contributing to making the textile sector increasingly sustainable.
Together with SFIS, we have decided to support TR1BE, the climate action platform that involves fashion brands and their communities to have a positive environmental impact.
One of the major issues for the textile industry is the use of chemicals during processing; therefore, it is necessary to limit their use. In 2014, Menchi decided to sign the 4sustainability® Protocol with the aim of eliminating hazardous or harmful chemicals within the production cycle. The 4S protocol, in line with the ZDHC approach, provides for:
Menchi’s current implementation level is EXCELLENCE, with a percentage of 88%.
Details can be viewed in our e-report.
01. Raw material
02. Production
03. Waste collection
04. Sorting of waste by quality and color
05. Transformation of waste into raw material
The disposal of textile waste is one of the most widespread problems in the sector. “Zero Waste” is the project that Menchi is committed to pursuing, recovering processing waste and transforming it into regenerated fabrics. Since the 1980s, the company has cooperated with a trusted partner to ensure high quality standards in the recovery of waste and regenerated fibers.
All weaving, warping, winding, and finishing waste is selected and divided by quality and color. This textile fiber regeneration process, in which the city of Prato has been a leader for centuries, allows for the maintenance of high raw material quality and avoids the need for re-dyeing.
Sustainability has been one of the most debated topics in recent years. Today, it is increasingly important to apply this concept to the textile industry: as one of the most polluting sectors in the world with emissions of 1.7 billion tons of CO2 per year, textiles impact the environment through both production and disposal. According to forecasts, clothing demand will rise from 62 million tons in 2015 to 102 million in 2030. In light of these figures, the textile sector must commit further, addressing the environmental impact of processing to create an increasingly ethical and sustainable industry. Creating regenerated fabrics significantly reduces pollution: less waste, less environmental impact, less resource exploitation, and greater benefits for the environment.
Textile industry
One of the most polluting sectors in the world
How to reduce environmental impact
Use of regenerated fabrics
Towards a more sustainable world
The percentages
The production of regenerated fabrics reduces CO2 production by 95%, water consumption by 90%, energy consumption by 77%, and chemical use by 90%.
The need to leave a cleaner world for future generations is an integral part of Menchi’s distinctive values. Today, the goal is to combine quality and sustainability by using recycled raw materials combined with virgin raw materials to create fabrics that transcend the temporal value of fashion. The concept of “timeless fabrics” embodies the idea of encouraging people toward more conscious and sustainable consumption: a lifestyle oriented toward quality rather than quantity. A garment made with regenerated textile fiber is not only sustainable but also high-quality, as it maintains the same characteristics as the original product.
Menchi is continuously committed to obtaining certifications that guarantee compliance with ethical and environmental standards, contributing to making the textile sector increasingly sustainable.
Following the tradition of the Prato district, Menchi began recycling processing waste. The company introduced the theme of sustainability, unaware of the importance it would eventually assume in the textile world.
Menchi signs the Chemical Management 4sustainability® protocol.
In the same year, it begins marketing regenerated wool and cashmere.
The company obtains GRS, RWS, and Cardato Recycled certifications.
Menchi becomes a member of the BCI project.
The company obtains GOTS certification.
Together with SFIS, we have decided to support TR1BE, the climate action platform that involves fashion brands and their communities to have a positive environmental impact.
One of the major issues for the textile industry is the use of chemicals during processing; therefore, it is necessary to limit their use. In 2014, Menchi decided to sign the 4sustainability® Protocol with the aim of eliminating hazardous or harmful chemicals within the production cycle. The 4S protocol, in line with the ZDHC approach, provides for:
Menchi’s current implementation level is EXCELLENCE, with a percentage of 88%. Details can be viewed in our e-report.
01. Raw material
02. Production
03. Waste collection
04. Sorting of waste by quality and color
05. Transformation of waste into raw material
The disposal of textile waste is one of the most widespread problems in the sector. “Zero Waste” is the project that Menchi is committed to pursuing, recovering processing waste and transforming it into regenerated fabrics. Since the 1980s, the company has cooperated with a trusted partner to ensure high quality standards in the recovery of waste and regenerated fibers.
All weaving, warping, winding, and finishing waste is selected and divided by quality and color. This textile fiber regeneration process, in which the city of Prato has been a leader for centuries, allows for the maintenance of high raw material quality and avoids the need for re-dyeing.