{"id":505,"date":"2025-09-24T07:58:44","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T07:58:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/network.rvrising.com\/?p=505"},"modified":"2025-09-24T07:58:44","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T07:58:44","slug":"turning-waste-co%e2%82%82-into-high-performance-foam-for-sustainable-fashion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/india\/turning-waste-co%e2%82%82-into-high-performance-foam-for-sustainable-fashion\/","title":{"rendered":"Turning Waste CO\u2082 into High-Performance Foam for Sustainable Fashion"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li><b>Fullstride Ventures introduces the carboncup\u2122, <\/b><b>a sustainable foam bra cup that delivers the same comfort, breathability, and durability as those made from conventional material<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>The high-performance foam is produced using Borealis&#8217; polymer, which is derived from\u00a0Infinium&#8217;s eNaphtha\u2014a low-carbon feedstock made using captured carbon dioxide (CO<\/b><b>\u2082<\/b><b>) that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>The innovation represents a significant step forward for circularity in intimate apparel<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">VIENNA<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">SACRAMENTO, Calif.<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">NEW YORK<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Sept. 23, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; Borealis,\u00a0Infinium and Fullstride Ventures introduce a new sustainable material for the apparel industry: a high-performance foam made using captured carbon dioxide (CO\u2082) emissions. One of the first applications of this innovative material is in Fullstride&#8217;s carboncup\u2122 bra cup, marking a major step toward circularity in intimate apparel.<\/p>\n<p>The foam is produced through a multi-step process that begins with capturing waste carbon dioxide (CO\u2082) that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere.\u00a0Infinium&#8217;s proprietary process transforms this waste CO<sub>2<\/sub> into eNaphtha\u2014a low-carbon, drop-in alternative to fossil-based naphtha. Borealis then uses the eNaphtha to polymerize into polyethylene, the raw material for foam production. The result is a sustainable high-performance material that is efficiently processed in existing manufacturing and recycling infrastructure, all while meeting the stringent requirements of intimate apparel applications.<\/p>\n<p>Fullstride&#8217;s carboncup\u2122 is the first commercial application of the new foam material, partially made from CO<sub>2<\/sub>-derived eNaphtha, where it offers the same comfort, breathability, and long-lasting support as conventional foam, but with a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to the 100% fossil-based polyurethane pads.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This breakthrough innovation not only diverts carbon from the atmosphere but also reduces dependence on finite fossil resources,&#8221; says <span class=\"xn-person\">Yossi Nasser<\/span>, CEO of Fullstride, &#8220;It significantly reduces our product&#8217;s carbon footprint and represents a meaningful leap forward for sustainable fashion.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Infinium is one of the first companies to supply commercial volumes of eNaphtha to the market, enabling an additional pathway to decarbonizing plastics production and reducing global CO<sub>2<\/sub> emissions. The material is produced at the company&#8217;s Project Pathfinder facility in <span class=\"xn-location\">Corpus Christi, Texas<\/span>, USA. The site is ISCC PLUS certified, ensuring the traceability of the sustainably produced feedstock from its point of origin throughout the entire chain of custody via a mass balance approach.<\/p>\n<p><b>&#8220;<\/b>Together with Fullstride and Borealis, we&#8217;re reimagining what carbon can be,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Robert Schuetzle<\/span>, CEO of Infinium. &#8220;By creating eNaphtha that enables Borealis to produce next-generation plastics with dramatically reduced carbon footprint, we&#8217;re helping move entire industries toward a cleaner future.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The carboncup\u2122 is one of the first outcomes to result from the <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4516147-1&amp;h=633261396&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.borealisgroup.com%2Fnews%2Fborealis-and-e-fuels-leader-infinium-to-turn-carbon-emissions-into-plastics&amp;a=collaboration+announced+by+Borealis+and+Infinium+in+August+2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">collaboration announced by Borealis and Infinium in <span class=\"xn-chron\">August 2024<\/span><\/a>, when the two companies revealed plans to use Infinium&#8217;s eNaphtha to produce low-carbon plastics from captured CO\u2082. Its launch marks a significant step toward circularity in the apparel industry and shows how collaboration across the value chain can unlock new ways to keep carbon in use and out of the atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This collaboration demonstrates the power of innovation to offer circular solutions in delicate applications,&#8221; says <span class=\"xn-person\">Dirk Langhammer<\/span>, VP Circular Economy Solutions. &#8220;By transforming atmospheric carbon into high-quality polymers in intimate apparel, we&#8217;re furthering our customers&#8217; desire for sustainable living.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><b>Samples of the carboncup<\/b>\u2122<b> bra cup will be on display at our booth at K Show 2025, D\u00fcsseldorf, <span class=\"xn-location\">Germany<\/span>, 8\u201315 October, Hall 6, Stand A43<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>About Borealis<br class=\"dnr\" \/><\/b>Borealis is one of the world&#8217;s leading providers of advanced and sustainable polyolefin solutions. In <span class=\"xn-location\">Europe<\/span>, Borealis is also an innovative leader in polyolefins recycling and a major producer of base chemicals. We leverage our polymer expertise and decades of experience to offer value-adding, innovative and circular material solutions for key industries such as consumer products, energy, healthcare, infrastructure and mobility.<br class=\"dnr\" \/>With customers in over 120 countries and head office in <span class=\"xn-location\">Vienna, Austria<\/span>, Borealis employs around 6,200 people. In 2024, we generated a net profit of <span class=\"xn-money\">EUR 566 million<\/span>. OMV, the sustainable chemicals, fuels and energy company with a focus on circular economy solutions, headquartered in <span class=\"xn-location\">Vienna, Austria<\/span>, owns 75% of our shares. The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), based in the <span class=\"xn-location\">United Arab Emirates<\/span> (UAE), owns the remaining 25%.<br class=\"dnr\" \/>In re-inventing essentials for sustainable living, we build on our commitment to safety, our people, innovation and technology, and performance excellence. We are accelerating the transformation to a circular economy of polyolefins and expanding our geographical footprint to better serve our customers around the globe. Our operations are augmented by two important joint ventures: Borouge (with ADNOC, headquartered in the UAE); and Baystar\u2122 (with TotalEnergies, based in the US).<br class=\"dnr\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4516147-1&amp;h=1314527361&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.borealisgroup.com%2F&amp;a=www.borealisgroup.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">www.borealisgroup.com<\/a>\u00a0| <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4516147-1&amp;h=2268993675&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.borealiseverminds.com%2F&amp;a=www.borealiseverminds.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">www.borealiseverminds.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>About Infinium<br class=\"dnr\" \/><\/b>Infinium is a leading provider of gas conversion solutions and developer of eFuels projects. Our offerings include ultra-low carbon synthetic eFuels, solutions enabling monetization of flare gas and RNG, and patented technology designed to support the rapidly evolving energy industry. Infinium is a company of &#8220;firsts&#8221;\u2014the first to produce commercial volumes of power-to-liquid clean eFuels; the first to develop and deploy modular gas conversion technology; and the only clean fuels innovator offering end-to-end solutions to customers at every step in their energy journey. Industry leaders including Amazon, American Airlines, Borealis and IAG are customers of Infinium. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4516147-1&amp;h=3072134928&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.infiniumco.com%2F&amp;a=www.infiniumco.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">www.infiniumco.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><b>About FullStride Ventures<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Fullstride is a forward-thinking innovator reshaping the future of manufacturing, supply chain, and product development through sustainable, performance-driven solutions. Our mission is to create materials and systems that not only meet the demands of modern consumers but also reduce environmental impact without compromising on quality or functionality.<\/p>\n<p>Fullstride started in 2018 with a curiosity to develop sustainable foam, and in 2021 we launched the first plant-based bra pad made of sugarcane &#8211; a milestone that marked a turning point in sustainable textile innovation. Since then, we&#8217;ve continued to push the boundaries of research and development, partnering with industry leaders to bring cutting-edge, eco-conscious materials and solutions to market. Whether it&#8217;s creating next-generation sustainable foams or optimizing supply chain processes for a lower carbon footprint, we remain committed to driving meaningful change across industries.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;\" src=\"https:\/\/rt.prnewswire.com\/rt.gif?NewsItemId=EN80603&amp;Transmission_Id=202509230600PR_NEWS_EURO_ND__EN80603&amp;DateId=20250923\" alt=\"\" \/><b>This release is auto-published via PR Newswire; our journal is not responsible for the content.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/turning-waste-co-into-high-performance-foam-for-sustainable-fashion-302563692.html\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fullstride Ventures introduces the carboncup\u2122, a sustainable foam bra cup that delivers the same comfort, breathability, and durability<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5,92],"tags":[155,82,53,54,81,154,51,63],"class_list":["post-505","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-india","category-pr-newswire","tag-chemical","tag-consumer-cosmetics","tag-environmental-products-services","tag-green-technology","tag-household","tag-infinium","tag-new-products-services","tag-trade-show-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/505","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=505"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/505\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":541,"href":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/505\/revisions\/541"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=505"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=505"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rvrising.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=505"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}