Synthetic Protein Material Company Spiber Set for Global Expansion

Following the economic shocks of the COVID-19 pandemic, the apparel and textiles markets are once again showing strong growth. But increasing demand and production has highlighted the industries’ damaging environmental impact, from marine habitats choked with polyester microplastics to the greenhouse gas emissions from leather production. Now, a young biomaterials company is producing environmentally-conscious materials inspired by nature.