Challenge Winners

Remarkable solutions to prevent microfiber pollution and protect our planet.

A panel of seven judges made up of representatives from the clothing industry, materials scientists, conservationists, and investors, selected five Microfiber Innovation Challenge winners. Watch the announcement below:

“These five winners each share a revolutionary potential to protect planetary health and stop the harm from microplastic pollution on ecosystems and human health. These tiny plastics and fibers are found in our drinking water, the food we eat and even the air we breathe. These innovations will play a crucial role in creating sustainable textiles for the future.”
— Dr. Alex Dehgan, CEO & Cofounder of Conservation X Labs
Innovations
Werewool Fibers
Werewool Fibers

Werewool fibers are created by programming microorganisms to biosynthesize proteins with specific structures that mimic aesthetic and performance properties found in nature.

Squitex
Squitex

Squitex has developed a unique protein structure originally found in the tentacles of the squid.

PANGAIA x MTIX Microfiber Mitigation
PANGAIA x MTIX Microfiber Mitigation

PANGAIA and MTIX have teamed up to develop a novel application of MTIX's multiplexed laser surface enhancement (MLSE®) technology to modify the surfaces of fibers within a fabric in such a way that prevents microfiber shedding.

Natural Fiber Welding
Natural Fiber Welding

Natural Fiber Welding uses a patented closed loop, green chemistry platform to engineer precise hydrogen bonding networks in yarns composed of natural fibers.

Mango Materials
Mango Materials

Mango Materials has developed an innovative manufacturing technology that turns waste carbon emissions into biodegradable biopolyester fibers.