The textile industry is notorious for high CO2 emissions, largely due to its significant energy consumption and reliance on various energy sources. This article dives into the energy consumption patterns of the textile sector and how these contribute to global CO2 emissions. It explores strategies for reducing the industry’s carbon footprint through innovative technologies and processes, focusing on increasing energy efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions in dyeing and finishing processes.

High energy consumption in the textile Industry
The textile industry is a major consumer of energy, which translates into a significant share of global CO2 emissions [1]. Non-governmental organisations and policymakers claim up to 10% of global CO2 emissions are emitted by the textile industry, whereas. Measures are required “to make effective use of resources and move to renewable inputs”, according to the Ellen MacArthur foundation [2]. Figure 1 illustrations some of these measures, while Figure 2 compares of the environmental footprint of a T-shirt with that of a pair of jeans.

Understanding the energy mix, and its impact on CO2 emissions, is crucial for identifying reduction opportunities.