Review article

Advantages of Green Technology in Textile Finishing Using Supercritical Carbon Dioxide

Vanja Šantak orcid.org/0009-0000-6608-7581 ; University of Zagreb Faculty of Textile Technology, Zagreb, Croatia
Zorana Kovačević orcid.org/0000-0002-9769-4795 ; University of Zagreb Faculty of Textile Technology, Zagreb, Croatia
Sandra Bischof orcid.org/0000-0003-0385-8267 ; University of Zagreb Faculty of Textile Technology, Zagreb, Croatia *

* Corresponding author.

Abstract

This paper encompasses the application of supercritical carbon dioxide (scCO2) primarily in textile finishing as one of the high-efficiency and green processes offering significant environmental and economic benefits. The scCO2 technology reduces water consumption, waste, greenhouse gas emissions and promotes recycling and reuse, thereby representing a sustainable alternative to traditional textile finishing processes. The paper presents numerous advantages of this process but also considers challenges that still pose barriers to its widespread implementation, such as high equipment costs and technical difficulties encountered during certain treatments. The application of this process is broad and continuous further research will undoubtedly result in even wider implementation of this green technology in the industry. Textile finishing in supercritical carbon dioxide plays a significant role in promoting a circular economy, which focuses on reducing waste and increasing resource efficiency. Supercritical CO2 can be efficiently recycled and reused in processes, not only reducing waste but also cutting waste management costs. The ability to recycle and reuse CO2 ensures better resource management, adding value to this sustainable technology.

Keywords

supercritical carbon dioxide; textile finishing; sustainability; green technology; recycling

Hrčak ID:

347088

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/347088

Publication date:

4.12.2024.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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