Indigo, a colour with a lot of history, is the main focus of this project. Denim has always meant strength and durability, and its roughness is linked to work and usefulness.

The program is a group of businesses and universities working together to find scalable, bio-based alternatives.

Wijkman’s idea came from a simple but important observation: animals carry seeds across ecosystems in their fur.

Heliotex is basically a way to combine organic photovoltaics with lightweight, flexible fabrics. The result is sunshades and canopies that generate energy and look good at the same time.

People have long praised couture for its ability to shock. But what if fashion didn't just shock people with its looks but also made them think about what it was made of?

Veentjer’s practice has turned her attention to cattails, a plant that grows well in waterlogged soils and has the potential to change both landscapes and textiles.

In a nutshell: hemp textiles are durable, hygienic, and breathable.

Data might feel intimidating for the fashion and textile industry, but it holds the power to unlock transparency, boost efficiency, and spark innovation...

At faserkreislauf, they have a clear vision – combining innovation and sustainability.

The Data Hub tackles challenges in the post-consumer value chain such as a lack of transparency in textile flows, inconsistent data shared between partners, and inefficient reporting to the public sector.

Suzanne's goal: to push boundaries, experiment, and challenge the way things are done.

“The factory is my playground, searching for new possibilities with the tools I can find.”

Tjeerd’s “Mycelium 2D Printing” explores the potential of mycelium, a natural material obtained from mushrooms, which could be crucial for the transition towards more sustainable consumption.

A type of plant that thrives in wet conditions are cattails, the cultivation of which is currently not profitable for farmers, which is why its fibres are typically used for low-value products like insulation.

At artisan:re, they are revolutionizing agriculture by championing the needs of farmers and artisans.

Fungi use biochemical processes to produce pigments, meaning they have a different impact than fossil-based heat and extraction processes.