We're excited to share that the EFRE Green Transformation promotional video has finally been released! This video highlights exceptional projects funded by the European Regional Development Fund (EFRE) under the "Grüne Transformation" initiative, focusing on sustainable and innovative solutions in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW). We're proud that our collaborative HanfKnit project has been featured as one of the standout examples.
EFRE Grüne Transformation Film
About the HanfKnit Project
The HanfKnit project, funded by EFRE REACT-EU as part of the EU's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, aimed to develop and produce a regionally sourced, sustainable zero-waste functional knit jacket made from 100% hemp. Running from March 2022 to February 2023, the project combined hemp's excellent clothing-physiological properties—such as superior moisture and temperature management—with the comfort and versatility of knitwear
Key innovations included optimizing hemp fiber preparation for various product needs, emphasizing monomateriality for recyclability, and creating versatile designs (e.g., reversible jackets). A major challenge was producing yarns from 100% hemp, using natural hemp and Lyohemp® (a regenerated fiber from hemp straw waste), allowing adjustable properties in the final textiles.
Designed as a zero-waste product, the jacket utilized complete seamless knitting methods to eliminate cutting waste and streamline assembly. That means there is no waste created from traditional cut and sew manufacturing methods. Ergonomic functional zones were integrated via body mapping, tailored for leisure, work, and outdoor use, with plating techniques optimizing function and comfort.
This initiative not only advances sustainable textile chains in Germany but also supports SMEs, boosts biodiversity through increased hemp cultivation (low-THC varieties), and reduces soil nitrate loads.
Project partners included Bache GmbH, RiField GmbH, and Hochschule Niederrhein.
Watch, share, and network—let's amplify the impact of green innovation in textiles! If you'd like more details on HanfKnit or how Bache Innovative can partner on your sustainable projects, reach out to us. Together, we're knitting a greener future.
#HanfKnit #GreenTransformation #SustainableTextiles #BacheInnovative #EFREfunded
Posted on October 27, 2025