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Name of the submitted project or idea (in English or both English and your language)
RE:NEO Next-Generation Protective Cape
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URL of a video introducing the work(under 5 minutes)
https://youtu.be/Dtu3mpSV6iQ?si=BUGwvi-ZiueCFM4z
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Detailed explanation of the submitted project or idea (in English or both English and your language)
The RE: NEO Next-Generation Protective Cape is a marvel of eco-conscious engineering, made from recycled PET bottles. Its advanced breathable membrane and waterproof fabric combine high functionality with environmental responsibility. Whether worn, draped, or used as a cover, it delivers a seamless experience of effortless wear ability. Light as air, it offers both comfort and protection, acting as a second skin—a barrier against the elements.
The cape's icy blue fabric exudes calm, its hounds tooth pattern evoking notions of freedom, diversity, inclusivity, island resilience, and adaptability. Its shifting form reflects the wearer’s unique personality, ready to transform and respond to an unpredictable future. Always poised for what lies ahead, it’s a statement of determination in the face of uncertainty. -
How does your work address the 3 P’s (for Planet, for People, for Profit) for Sustainability?
The RE: NEO Next-Generation Protective Cape is a marvel of eco-conscious engineering, made from recycled PET bottles.Regarding the modern trend of fast fashion, effectively reducing the generation of waste, returning newer fashion trends to consumers' hands while protecting the environment, the RE:NEO Next-Generation Protective Cape is lightweight, comfortable, and easy to carry, allowing people to use it anytime in a future with unpredictable weather, offering resistance and protection against external forces. The cape's design makes it suitable for people of all ages and genders, with its houndstooth pattern evoking notions of freedom, diversity, inclusivity, island resilience, and adaptability.
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Keywords
#Outdoor #Material #Personal Use
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If you have a website for your submitted project or idea, please provide the URL
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If you have a social media account for your submitted project or idea, please provide the URL
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Special Prize Question 1: "Empowering nature to create a new loop”: How does your work strengthen or support nature’s ability to capture and convert waste into valuable resources? How does your work advance industry practices by introducing nature-positive alternatives?
RE:NEO Next-Generation Protective Cape is made from 100% recycled PET bottles, whether sourced from the ocean or land. It helps reduce environmental burdens by effectively utilizing waste materials, turning them into practical clothing. Additionally, the cape itself is 100% recyclable.
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Special Prize Question 2: “Regenerating ecosystems”: In what inspiring ways does your work contribute to the restoration and stabilization of natural ecosystems?
RE:NEO Next-Generation Protective Cape is made from recycled PET bottles, enhancing the reuse of PET waste and reducing discarded waste in the environment. This contributes to protecting habitats for plants and animals, ultimately aiding in the restoration and improvement of natural ecosystems.
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Special Prize Question 3: “Education and storytelling”: How does your work make complex bioeconomy concepts accessible and engaging?
The PET single-material recycling used in the RE:NEO Next-Generation Protective Cape allows consumers and manufacturers to clearly realize that PET bottle waste can be effectively transformed into fashionable and practical clothing. This leads them to view PET bottles not as waste, but as valuable raw material assets, encouraging people to stop discarding them carelessly and instead be more willing to reuse them.
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RE:NEO Next-Generation Protective Cape
"Re(reborn)" reflects a return to nature's original purity, preserving the essence of life itself. "NEO" (near-earth object) embodies innovative thinking, transcending boundaries through cutting-edge technology and design.
RE: NEO draws upon salvaged materials, reinventing them through craftsmanship and vision to offer a fresh perspective. A sustainable product that embodies the promise: "Wear the Future, Rediscover the Essence.
RE: NEO draws upon salvaged materials, reinventing them through craftsmanship and vision to offer a fresh perspective. A sustainable product that embodies the promise: "Wear the Future, Rediscover the Essence.