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The NextCycle program, developed by Resource Recycling Systems (RRS) and funded by state and local governments, is leading the way in supporting textile recycling initiatives across the United States. With a growing volume of textile waste worldwide, transitioning to a circular economy for textiles could eliminate waste and decouple economic growth from raw material extraction. The textile recycling market is projected to reach $12.8 billion by 2032, and extending the lifespan of textiles and increasing textile-to-textile recycling could add $500 billion to the global economy. The NextCycle program has supported various organizations and startups in developing innovative solutions for textile recycling, including the Goodwill Association of Michigan, Refugee Artisan Initiative, Public Thread, NexTiles, and Ravel. These initiatives focus on waste prevention, reuse, recycling, and repurposing of textiles, contributing to the development of a more sustainable and circular textile industry. [Extracted from the article] |
