The textile industry is a large source of pollution due to the production of raw materials
(natural and synthetic fibers), preparation and finishing processes, as well as due to textile …

Continuing increase in energy consumption and environmental pollution are some of the
main challenges of the 21st century. One of the approaches to overcome these challenges is …

New thermal insulation materials made from textile waste based on acrylic and wool were
developed using needle punching method. The aim of this work is to investigate the thermal …

There is an exponential rise in the use of non-biodegradable Rigid Poly Urethane (RPU)
foam insulation, creating a significant concern for the environment. Greener alternatives to …

The carbon footprint of buildings is mainly attributed to the embodied carbon of building
materials and their hygrothermal performance. In recent years, the search for materials with …

Reusing textile waste in building applications has the potential to reduce the environmental
impact of two sectors considered the main sources of environmental pollution: the textile and …

The fast fashion trends in the textile industry have resulted in high consumption of fiber with
concomitant generation of waste. Awareness of environmental pollution resulting from textile …

This study proposes the novel concept of waste upcycling-driven zero energy building (W-
ZEB). W-ZEB aims to accelerate the development of zero-energy buildings by incorporating …

Post-consumer garments (PCG) wastes pose a significant concern in the textile value chain,
primarily due to their environmental impact. Over the last few decades, recycling of PCG has …

Food, shelter and clothing are three basic necessities of life. Textiles are necessary for
human beings to cover and protect the body from different weather conditions. In the …