Exploring Recycling Methods for Fabric Waste in Textile Consumer Goods Manufacturing

Abstract

Aim of the Study: The study looks at the reasons behind fabric waste, the effects it has on the environment and the economy, and the contribution of innovation, technology, and sustainable practices.  Pre- and post-consumer textile waste is separated into two groups; the apparel industry produces a large amount of both due to inefficient production practices and rapid fashion fads. The research paper underlines how important it is for the clothing sector to embrace a circular economy paradigm.

Methodology: The research technique includes conducting investigations on textile waste collected from the QUAID-E-AZAM Industrial Area in Lahore. Quantitative data is used to design innovative recycling procedures for recovering wasted industrial textiles. Processes for recycling that use mechanical, chemical, and thermal energy are examined, with a focus on upcycling to produce goods that are comparable to or more valuable.

Findings: Findings shows that effective management of textile waste necessitates the use of waste prevention techniques together with the 3R approach (reduce, reuse, and recycle). The findings include a diverse spectrum of abandoned student-made products, including jewelry, accessories, and home décor.

Conclusion: The paper finishes with a discussion of research aims and obstacles, with a particular emphasis on encouraging ecologically appropriate textile waste disposal techniques.