Collaboration between bifa and Recycling Atelier Augsburg
Joint projects provide impetus for the resource-efficient use of old and new textiles
The bifa Environmental Institute works closely with Recycling Atelier Augsburg, a joint initiative of the Augsburg University of Applied Sciences and the ITA. The model factory offers ideal conditions for practical research in the field of mechanical recycling of used textiles.
The aim of the collaboration is to develop practical solutions for the resource-efficient handling of old and new textiles – a key contribution to the implementation of Bavaria‘s circular economy strategy.
In April 2025, the Recycling Atelier became a meeting place for key players
In addition to the Bavarian Ministry of the Environment (StMUV) and the REZ, representatives of the GRS Batterien Foundation, the THA and the bifa Environmental Institute met for an intensive exchange on collection structures, extended producer responsibility (EPR) and general future areas of action and cooperation. Live research on the machines and lively discussions made the visit an inspiring experience for everyone involved.
bifa is also actively contributing its expertise to this process as a partner of the DATIpilot innovation community ‘Circular Textiles’. A visionary project to prevent textile waste is currently in preparation.