Colorifix has developed an innovative biological process aimed at revolutionizing the textile dyeing industry by replacing harmful chemicals with environmentally friendly alternatives. The company identifies organisms that produce vibrant colors, such as plants, animals, insects, or microbes, and utilizes online databases to extract the specific DNA sequences responsible for these pigments. This DNA is then engineered into microorganisms, such as bacteria or yeast, which act as biological factories to produce the desired colors. By growing these engineered microbes in large-scale fermentors using non-hazardous ingredients, Colorifix ensures that the dyeing process is both sustainable and efficient.

The final step in Colorifix's process involves integrating the engineered microbes into existing industrial dyeing systems. The microbes, along with water and residual nutrients, are pumped into standard dye machines where they dye yarns, fabrics, or garments. This method not only minimizes environmental impact but also maintains high industry standards for quality. By collaborating with forward-thinking partners in the fashion industry, Colorifix aims to drive a global movement towards more sustainable practices in textile dyeing, ultimately transforming the industry while protecting the planet.

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Colorifix usessynthetic biology to engineer microbes toconvert agricultural by-products into dyes.The dyeing industry is one of the largest water consumers in the world, using over 5 trillion litres per year along with petrochemical dyes and a host of toxic and highly polluting chemicals. According to the World Bank, textile dyeing accounts for around 20% of global industrial water pollution. Textile dyeing pollution uses up to 1.2 kilos of chemicals per kilo of fabric, only 50 grams of it being dye. Approximately 70 highly toxic chemicals are routinely used in textile processing, and up to 30 of them are irretrievable.

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