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Kaya Dorey - Canadian, North America

2017 Winner | | Canadian

Novel Supply Co. is a conscious local apparel company. Kaya created a fully closed-loop clothing line with no waste and automated manufacturing. She integrated a research and development hub to test leading-edge technology that decomposes fabrics and tests natural dyes. She also implemented an Extended Producer Responsibility policy by having a Take Back Program for the clothing she produces. Kaya works in partnership with local universities.

Kaya’s passion for sustainability started when she took several environmental classes during her Tourism Degree at Capilano University. She researched textiles waste, and was motivated to make a difference in the fashion industry. With no prior fashion production knowledge, she completed Factory45, an online accelerator program that takes sustainable apparel companies from idea to launch.

Disclaimer: KUMBUKA: Makala haya yalishirikiwa mtandaoni kwa awamu ya mwaka wa 2019 ya mpango wa Vijana Bingwa Duniani na hayajasasishwa. Orodha hii haijmaanishi uidhinishaji wowote na wala hadhi na Shirika la Mazingira la Umoja wa Mataifa.

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