#PlantBamboo for Fabrics, Yarn & Fashion
“35% of all micro plastics in the world’s oceans are from synthetic textiles”
International Union for Conservation of Nature
There are over 1600 known species of Bamboo across many parts of the tropics and subtropics, with thousands of uses – including for the production of fabrics and yarn for the fashion industry.
Why Bamboo Is Being Promoted in Fashion & Textiles
Bamboo has become a popular material in the sustainable fashion conversation because it grows extremely quickly, requires no replanting after harvest, and can thrive without large amounts of pesticides or fertiliser. As a plant, bamboo has a relatively low land footprint and can absorb significant amounts of carbon dioxide during growth.
This has led to bamboo being marketed as a climate‑friendly alternative to conventional cotton and petroleum‑based synthetic fibres.
However, the environmental impact of bamboo fabrics depends less on the plant itself and more on how it is processed.
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