Driving Sustainability Forward With Melbourne BMW
Melbourne BMW Partners with UPPAREL in an Australian-First Textile Recycling Initiative Melbourne BMW is redefining what it means to be a leader in the automotive industry, not just in performance, but in environmental responsibility. In a landmark partnership with Australian textile recyc
Invisible Contaminants
The Silent Spread of Microfibres from Improper Textile Waste Disposal In the discourse surrounding environmental pollution, textile waste is frequently acknowledged as a growing concern. However, within this domain lies a far more elusive threat: the release of microfibres from discarded t
Waste Isn’t Waste Until We Deem It So
Rethinking Circularity In Textile Waste In an era defined by rapid consumption, waste has become an unavoidable byproduct of modern society. Yet, what if the issue is not the waste itself, but rather our deeply ingrained perception of it? The assertion that “waste isn’t waste until
The Hidden Afterlife of Textile Waste
Do you know where your waste is really going? In an era dominated by ever-accelerating consumption cycles, the issue of textile waste has reached a critical threshold. Consumers, lulled by the illusion of sustainability, believe that donation bins and textile recycling initiatives offer a
Corporate Social Responsibility and Textile Waste
The Role of Uniform Recycling In contemporary corporate landscapes, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has transcended the realm of optional goodwill and emerged as an ethical obligation, shaping the public perception and long-term viability of businesses. As global discourse increasing
What is Global Recycling Day?
How do we know we’re making an impact? Global Recycling Day, celebrated annually on March 18th, is a vital reminder of the importance of recycling in preserving our planet’s resources and combating climate change. Established by the Global Recycling Foundation, this day highlig
How UPPAREL Recycled 32,000kg of Bendigo Bank Uniforms.
UPPAREL supported Bendigo Bank in 2021 with a massive uniform rebrand to recycle the uniforms of over 7,000 staff members. Back in 2021, UPPAREL teamed up with Bendigo Bank to launch a comprehensive nationwide uniform recycling program. This pioneering effort aimed to divert heaps of old u
From Recycled Merch to Match Day!
How UPPAREL helped create an AO viewing lounge from recycled textiles with Intrepid Travel and Investa. The Australian Open, one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world, not only showcases top-notch athleticism but also provides a platform for innovative activations that go