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Engineering's David Schiraldi comments on fast fashion solution

MEDIA | September 5, 2023
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ForbesDavid Schiraldi, professor emeritus at Case School of Engineering, weighed in on the possibilities of recycling clothing. “A major challenge in this field is that polyester is usually blended with other fibers such as cotton, rayon and nylon,” he said. To be recycled into new fabrics, a difficult and complete separation is required, he added.