e72: How Fibrelab is Making Textile Reuse Work Locally — w/Kaela Katz

In this conversation, Kae & Patrick discusses the challenges and innovations in the textile recycling industry, particularly focusing on Fibrelab's journey in creating sustainable products from textile waste. The discussion covers the importance of community engagement, the recycling process, and the future vision for Fibrelab, emphasising the need for collaboration and support from local businesses and government to drive change in the industry.

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Chapters

00:00 The Evolution of Fibrelab and Paper Text

05:25 The Recycling Process and Innovation

08:35 Navigating Business Identity and Funding

11:19 Community Engagement and Local Impact

17:26 Sustainable Business and Policy Landscape

24:29 Challenges in Textile Waste Management

28:46 The Need for Space in Sustainable Practices

33:24 Balancing Revenue and Impact

37:24 Vision for the Future of FibreLab