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05/11/2025

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Read a book that people love! This is a must-read on textile sustainability. Based on science, it dives into synthetic and natural fibers, and reveals the truth behind misinformation in the industry.
Stay informed. Stay empowered. Become a Green Hero.

Get your copy here: https://www.amazon.ca/GREEN-HEROES-MISINFORMATION-ENVIRONMENTAL-SUSTAINABILITY/dp/B0DM5GGRR7

23/10/2025

Cold Winter Warm Winter by Sae Chang breaks down the science of staying warm, without harming the planet.

Few realize that weather-related causes account for about 10% of global deaths, with nearly 90% linked to cold. Despite being overlooked, cold exposure remains one of the most persistent and underestimated threats to human health. While the elderly, infants, and underserved communities face higher risks, even healthy adults can suffer frostbite, hypothermia, or, in extreme cases, death. This underscores the importance of understanding how the body reacts to cold and the vital role thermal textiles play in protection.

Part of the campaign, this smart guide exposes myths around textile sustainability and shows how smarter materials, design, and daily choices can keep you safe from the cold and reduce your environmental footprint.

10/10/2025

Read a book that people love! This is a must-read on textile sustainability. Based on science, it dives into synthetic and natural fibers, and reveals the truth behind misinformation in the industry.

Stay informed. Stay empowered. Become a Green Hero.
👉 Get your copy here: https://www.amazon.ca/GREEN-HEROES-MISINFORMATION-ENVIRONMENTAL-SUSTAINABILITY/dp/B0DM5GGRR7

08/10/2025

Winter textiles (jackets, duvets, sleeping bags, etc.) are susceptible to bacterial growth, because of their layered construction, especially those filled with natural down. The multilayer structure provides an environment where moisture is easily trapped inside. This moisture can come from two main sources: our own sweat or external humidity. Sweat, in particular, contains food for bacteria, e.g., urea, fatty acid, ammonia, etc. With this, where there’s moisture, bacteria thrive.

What’s important to know is that this growth develops much more easily in natural fibers than in synthetics. As natural fibers retain much more moisture, creating a friendlier environment for bacteria.
While bacteria in fabrics can’t be entirely avoided, understanding the difference between natural and synthetic materials can help improve thermal performance, hygiene, and long-term comfort in your winter gear.

👉 Want to dive deeper into this topic? Check out Cold Winter Warm Winter by Sae Chang to learn more : https://www.amazon.sg/COLD-WINTER-WARM-PROTECTION-INNOVATION/dp/B0FJX5KM8R

06/10/2025

Case Study: I bought a polyester piece, for 20 years its color barely changed. But a cotton item I bought faded completely in just 2 years. Why? Because natural fibers are multiple times more chemically reactive with chemicals in water. As a result, they loose colors (and other chemicals) much easier.

This brings us to one of the most urgent issues we face: toxicity.
When colors fade, it is the indication that the dyes and chemicals leach out into water and surrounding environment. These chemicals contain highly toxic and reactive chemicals. They circulate around the world through the streams of air and water, thus reach us regardless of where we live through food sources and even the air we breath in.
This is not just an environmental issue, it’s a public health threat.

👉 Be aware. Take action. And if you want to dive deeper into the impact of textile toxicity and the differences between natural and synthetic fibers, read Be a Green Hero (https://www.amazon.ca/GREEN-HEROES-MISINFORMATION-ENVIRONMENTAL-SUSTAINABILITY/dp/B0DM5GGRR7)

03/10/2025

Read a book that people love! This is a must-read on textile sustainability. Based on science, it dives into synthetic and natural fibers, and reveals the truth behind misinformation in the industry.

Stay informed. Stay empowered. Become a Green Hero.

👉 Get your copy here: https://www.amazon.ca/GREEN-HEROES-MISINFORMATION-ENVIRONMENTAL-SUSTAINABILITY/dp/B0DM5GGRR7

28/09/2025

Do you know how to choose the best winter coat?
A high price tag doesn’t always mean the best protection against the cold. Two simple methods can help you test the quality of insulation in your jacket:

Cell Phone Light Method. Shine a light through the fabric. If no light passes through, this indicates good insulation.
Folding & Compression Method. If the coat compresses significantly, it means a large amount of air is trapped inside. The more air that is retained, the better the insulation, since it is the trapped air that helps keep you warm.

Understanding how textiles protect us from the cold goes beyond just coats, it’s about the science of fabrics, insulation, and sustainability.

📖 Want to dive deeper into the secrets of winter protection? Discover Cold Winter, Warm Winter : a book that explores weather, textiles, and how the right choices keep us warm while caring for the planet.
👉 Learn more inside Cold Winter, Warm Winter : https://www.amazon.ca/COLD-WINTER-WARM-PROTECTION-INNOVATIONS/dp/B0FJY5464M/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QDZDKE19MJPY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Rfg0w51l8TDHgJyX-vrbbTrZbZHxW6vQTZlJXVG-03ncRGk3iTeS9icR_lqrKOTJZMDGZPlMMobOEkkc_vQmBNdTaU1n7pNiaGB3eGW9V8l0R_fkQ4vRUDTsK-T0x2mxHiA9EAaf09PAtV9eCzXaaw.q-RbSTmI45uMX14LNVeeMtTPs5eAYoyahfYB5IJFq_o&dib_tag=se&keywords=sae+chang&qid=1758593083&sprefix=sae+chang%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-1

17/09/2025

Did you know? Cold weather is responsible for over 90% of all weather-related deaths, making it far more lethal than heat.

Let’s rethink how we prepare for the cold, because the right protection makes all the difference.

📖 Learn more in Cold Winter, Warm Winter by Sae Chang, a science-backed guide to staying protected with smart textile innovations.
👉 https://www.amazon.ca/COLD-WINTER-WARM-PROTECTION-INNOVATIONS/dp/B0FJY5464M/ref=sr_1_3?crid=30Y7TTQY85J9T&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.IM3cwANP5LvoeR1OH38iOK6NJwaorXW1YuqV4jmiHH-UPA47w_SdyiagwG2adOgHZMDGZPlMMobOEkkc_vQmBHYMz2cjGVseA8d-RBjzwaVlfb7NKpoOnsvPja1GBK-4HiA9EAaf09PAtV9eCzXaaw.9PmiOdXezcET3bh8VnnY0poQVLF21lBuDiXTj76jRyk&dib_tag=se&keywords=sae+chang&qid=1758150630&sprefix=sae+chang%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-3

💡 Discover HEAT-MX®’s commitment to sustainable warmth and advanced protection.
👉 https://heat-mx.com

11/09/2025

We are proud to share that our CEO, Sae Chang, has been recognized as Innovator and Sustainable Business Leader!

Leadafi extract :
Sae Chang is a pioneering executive with a diverse background in R&D, product development, international sales, marketing, and business development, primarily within the textile and IT industries. With over three decades of experience, Chang has consistently demonstrated a commitment to innovation and sustainability throughout his career.

As the President & CEO of CLEAN RECYCLING INITIATIVE, Chang leads a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting patent-pending technologies for clean textile waste recycling. By reclaiming textile waste without generating harmful environmental byproducts, such as microplastic contamination and toxic chemicals, Chang’s organization is at the forefront of sustainable innovation in the textile industry.
Website : https://cleanrecyclinginitiative.com

In his role at CLEAN RECYCLING INITIATIVE, Chang serves as the CEO of HEAT-MX WORLDWIDE, where he spearheads the development and implementation of thermal insulation products with industry-leading performance. Through innovative technologies like nDown(TM) and iDown(TM), Chang’s work at HEAT-MX has significantly improved product performances for brand customers and manufacturers while prioritizing environmental sustainability.
Website: https://heat-mx.com

Recognizing the prevalence of misinformation on sustainability and ESG worldwide, Chang has dedicated himself to promoting accurate information across various sustainability topics. Through initiatives like the annual International Sustainability Marketing Competition (ISMC), which attracted nearly 300 top universities from 63 countries in 2023, Chang and his organization, Clean Recycling Initiative™, aim to foster greater awareness and engagement. His efforts extend to publishing educational content on social media platforms and finalizing a book titled “Be a Green Hero (BGH): Handbook of Textile Sustainability.”

From the Leadafi website: https://leadafi.com/executive-biography/sae-chang-innovator-and-sustainable-business-leader/

09/09/2025

We are proud to announce that Clean Recycling Initiative has been named Sustainable Thermal Insulation Innovator of the Year 2025 by BUILD, as part of the prestigious Facilities Management Awards!

This award honors the breakthrough innovation in thermal insulation technologies : delivering high-performance, energy-efficient solutions through new insulated materials in window coverings that work across all types of buildings, regardless of their age, size, or window orientation. In particular, this award recognizes the patent-pending technology platform where insulation materials are made with breakthrough waste-free technology, incorporating waste from either manufacturing processes or post-consumption. (website : https://cleanrecyclinginitiative.com )

Our commitment to sustainability, performance, and accessible protection is at the core of what we do.

Thank you to BUILD and all those who support sustainable innovation! 🌱
https://www.build-review.com/winners/clean-recycling-initiative/

📚 Learn more about the science and impact behind thermally insulated curtains in Cold Winter, Warm Winter, especially in Chapter 15.1.2. Both of our books explore how smart textile innovations help reduce energy use while improving thermal comfort. Find it : https://www.amazon.com/s?k=sae+chang&crid=WJ2IKF0JGZ36&sprefix=sae+chang%2Caps%2C677&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

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