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The leather industry’s latest move towards sustainability

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🗞️ Driving the news: Evolved by Nature, in collaboration with Authentic Thai Leather, has introduced a sustainable leather-finishing technology, Activated Silk™ L1, which uses silk-derived peptides to create a bio-based, PFAS-free alternative to traditional leather finishes
This innovation aims to address the fashion industry’s need to eliminate harmful "forever chemicals" while maintaining leather quality for luxury brands

🔭 The context: Traditional leather production relies heavily on chemicals like PFAS for durability and stain resistance, which pose environmental and health risks
Activated Silk™ L1 offers a biodegradable solution that reduces carbon emissions and uses upcycled silkworm cocoons, making it an eco-friendly alternative suitable for scaling across large leather goods assortments

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: By offering a bio-based, durable, and sustainable finish, this technology could drastically reduce reliance on petrochemical-based treatments in leather, aligning with global sustainability goals
The move promotes a more equitable, green transition in fashion, benefiting Eastern markets like Thailand by giving them a competitive edge in sustainable leather

⏭️ What's next: Evolved by Nature plans to scale this technology across global markets, from entry to luxury levels, potentially reshaping sustainable standards in leather production
As part of this vision, Thailand's leather industry, represented by Authentic Thai Leather, aims to compete against Western markets by offering a sustainable, high-quality, and cost-effective leather alternative.

💬 One quote: “We’ve created a solution…with the potential to improve the sustainability of virtually all leather products,” — Greg Altman, CEO of Evolved by Nature

📈 One stat: Activated Silk™ L1-treated leather is up to 75% bio-based, helping brands reduce reliance on petroleum-based materials

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