Ravel

Ravel is a company focused on developing innovative solutions for textile recycling, particularly for blended fiber clothing. Their proprietary process isolates materials from blended fibers, aiming to maximize recovery and minimize waste. This technology addresses a significant challenge in the textile industry, as blended fiber clothing, while popular, often ends up in landfills due to the difficulty in recycling mixed materials. Ravel's approach aims to enable circularity in fashion by providing a method to recycle complex textile blends that were previously considered non-recyclable.

The company emphasizes the importance of sustainability in the fashion industry, noting that the textile sector is at a tipping point due to overconsumption and waste. Ravel's technology seeks to offer a solution that allows for the recycling of textiles without compromising on the quality or desirability of blended fiber clothing. By enabling the recycling of these materials, Ravel aims to reduce the environmental impact of textile waste and promote a more circular economy in the fashion industry.

Key customers and partnerships

Ravel entered into a partnership with Goodwill and King County Solid Waste Division as part of the Re+ Circular Economy Grant Program. This collaboration suggests a focus on working with established recycling and waste management entities to implement their technology on a broader scale.

Ravel has also gained recognition in the sustainability and innovation sectors. The company won the GreenBiz Accelerate at Circularity '23 Audience Favorite Award, highlighting industry and public interest in their recycling technology. Additionally, Ravel was awarded a place in NextCycle Washington's Circular Accelerator for the Down-Stream sector, further validating their approach to textile recycling and circular economy solutions.