PERFORMANCE DAYS

Behind the scenes of textile-to-textile recycling

As part of PERFORMANCE DAYS’ commitment to connecting innovation, sustainability, and material expertise, Anna Schuster, Head of Sustainability at PERFORMANCE DAYS, joined René Bethmann from VAUDE on a visit to China Textile Recycling (CTR).

The visit provided valuable insights into the realities of scaling textile recycling—from hands-on sorting processes and AI-supported material identification to the importance of high-quality feedstock preparation. One key takeaway: a truly circular textile industry can only be achieved through collaboration between brands, recyclers, technology providers, and material experts.

A big thank you to Vincent Djen and the entire CTR team for sharing their expertise and opening their doors to us.

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