Wool Shepherding / Laura Sansone, New York Textile Lab. WHF - From Farm to Fabric to Fashion

Laura Sansone, founder of New York Textile Lab, talks at the World Hope Forum and shared her work promoting sustainable, regionally sourced textile systems that prioritize climate-beneficial fibers and local, regenerative practices. Laura talks about hoe by moving designers to the beginning of the textile value chain, the Carbon Farm Network fosters collaborations with farms practicing biodiversity and carbon farming, aiming to create a circular, bioregional textile network.

This model contrasts with the conventional linear textile industry, focusing on sustainability through local sourcing and circularity. New York Textile Lab works with small farms and mini mills to process fibers into machine-grade yarns and textiles, supporting a decentralized network of small businesses. The result is a diverse range of products, including yarns, knitwear, and woven goods, all created from natural, locally sourced fibers.