01/15/2020
In Portugal, cork oaks have their bark stripped every 8-10 years, a process that actually increases the tree's ability to absorb carbon dioxide. Cork oak forests retain up to 14 million tonnes of CO2 annually. The resulting cork fabric pretty much ticks every box:
It is stain-resistant, water-resistant, scratch-proof, hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, lightweight, incredibly soft, and is also resistant to abrasion, fire, and water.