TENCEL™’s TreeClimate fabric collection; It redefines sustainability in outdoor apparel fabrics, with properties such as moisture management, optimal breathability and a lower carbon footprint. The environmental impact of TENCEL™ fibers used in the collection stands out as one of the lowest compared to other materials in the HiggMaterials Sustainability Index developed by the Sustainable Clothing Coalition (SAC). TreeClimate fabric collection; It offers a wide range of use areas such as a base layer that comes in contact with the skin, biodegradable fillers, waterproof and windproof outer layers made from tree-based TENCEL™ Lyocell fibres.

Lenzing, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of wood-based specialty fibers, introduced its TENCEL™ TreeClimate fabric collection, curated by David Parkes and Marco Weichert, the leading innovators in preferred fabrics for outerwear, at the Performance Days event. event in Munich.

The new TreeClimate outdoor fabric collection reflects the wide product range and versatility of TENCEL™ Lyocell fibres. In the collection; In addition to various base, mid and outer layer fabrics offering diversity in natural performance quality, there are also fillings made from tree-based TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers for active wear styles. The three-layer collection offers synthetic-free and more advanced synthetic content layer solutions for different weather conditions. The environmental impact of fibers stands out as one of the lowest compared to other materials, according to the Higg Materials Sustainability Index, which measures the environmental impact of the materials used. In addition to the visible benefits in terms of sustainability, this collection reflects the versatility of TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers in functional outerwear. Optimal breathability and heat-regulating properties, as well as resistance to wind and water, make the fabrics in the collection ideal for outdoor sports enthusiasts all year round. Fibers that leave a soft feel on the skin also work well with natural fibers such as wool and hemp.

Andreas Gürtler, Lenzing Global Business Development Active Sportswear Senior Manager, said: “We are delighted to launch our new TreeClimate fabric collection and exhibit this collection at PerformanceDays, the leading functional fabric fair in its field, held in Munich. We are proud of “This collection that we have created with the help of renowned curators David and Marco. These ultra-soft fibers with high-performance properties are also biodegradable. This fabric collection with carbon-free fibers will make a positive change in outdoor clothing and the environment.”

Creating a positive impact in the outdoor clothing category through innovation and collaboration

Outdoor sports enthusiasts generally care about the environment. When choosing performance clothing, the origin of the product and its impact on the environment at the end of its life are among the most important considerations for consumers. Thanks to the collaboration and innovations with experts and inspirational David Parkes and Marco Weichert, Lenzing not only improves the performance of fabrics used in outdoor clothing, but also offers a positive impact on the environment.

Marco Weichert, founder of Performance Days and CEO of Weichert Agencies, said: “Sustainability has become the absolute minimum requirement of the outdoor clothing market. This sector requires climate neutral fibers with a function that comes from nature and returns to nature. Lenzing provides some of the best fibers for active wear with the TENCEL™ TreeClimate collection. It offers biodegradable fibers produced from natural materials with superior functional properties such as climate control and moisture management. I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in this project and I I am confident that this collection will bring goodness.”

David Parkes, Founder and CEO of ConceptIII, said: “Performance-based clothing is advancing with innovative and practical fabrics, and consumers have been accepting this for many years. It is also leading the development of the textile industry and taking this role responsibly myself, with fabric durability and environmental awareness. The durability, striking aesthetics and impressive warmth and comfort characteristics of the new collection of TENCEL™ fibers were inspiring to me.”

Source: (BHA) – Beyaz News Agency