Australian surf brand Piping Hot and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) have announced a research partnership to develop a sustainable textile made from seaweed. Starting in February 2022, scientists at the UTS Climate Change Cluster will be building a prototype fiber. Piping Hot commissioned this research to UTS as part of its commitment to defend the oceans. The brand, which offers a full range of fashion, footwear and accessories, already prioritizes using recycled materials to conserve resources, and claims that all its products are made with low-impact materials. The company is a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact and an official partner of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission initiative. Thanks to its focus on social impact and an extensive commitment to sustainability, UTS is considered the number 1 “young” university in Australia.

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