Circular Sweater Project

The Circular Sweater Project is an initiative by Hannah Schorch, an experienced fashion designer, and Michael Westrich, a cultural anthropologist, filmmaker, and editor. Both share a passion for social change and sustainable development. For over 10 years, Hannah has been working on concepts for circular, toxic-free, and zero-waste clothing under her label erie Berlin, long before the circular economy gained its current popularity.

The Circular Sweater Project focuses on the design, customization, and production of 100% biodegradable, zero-waste, and recyclable sweaters for the B2B and B2C markets. These sweaters can be produced on demand and are fully tailored to the needs for ethical and sustainable clothing[3][4].

The main mission of the company is to set new standards in circular fashion. Hannah and Michael strive to make the fashion industry more sustainable and conscious by avoiding toxic materials and waste. Their goal is to be a role model for circular fashion and inspire other companies to take similar paths[1].

The Circular Sweater Project firmly believes that sustainability must be more than just a marketing concept. Here are some of the central sustainability goals and initiatives:

• Biodegradable Materials: All sweaters are made from 100% biodegradable materials, meaning they can be completely broken down at the end of their life cycle without causing environmental harm.
• Zero Waste: The company follows a zero-waste concept, where every part of the product is reused or recycled.
• Repair and Reuse: The sweaters are designed to be repaired and reused to extend the life cycle of the clothing and minimize waste[2][3].