Kloth Circularity is a women-led social enterprise focused on advancing circular economy practices in textiles, clothing, and plastics, primarily in Malaysia and Singapore. Established in 2013, it promotes ethical waste diversion through recycling bins, collection drives, and upcycling initiatives.klothcircularity+1​

Key Impacts

The organization has diverted over 12 million kg of textiles from landfills since 2018 and recycled more than 32,000 plastic bottles since 2015. Over 50 women from marginalized communities have produced more than 43,000 upcycled items since 2020. These efforts align with UN Sustainable Development Goals by reducing environmental harm and fostering economic opportunities.klothcircularity+1​

Founders and Mission

Co-founders Suzy Hassan and Sarah Kedah drive the initiative, inspired by circular economy principles and the 5R philosophy (Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle). They collaborate with stakeholders to transform waste into high-value products like rPET fabrics and merchandise. Innovations include the “Crush-It” reverse vending machine for efficient plastic collection.thebeat+1​

Operations

Kloth Circularity operates from Petaling Jaya, Selangor, with a small team emphasizing multi-stakeholder partnerships for waste management. It sells recycled uniforms, gifts, and over 355,000 pieces of rPET textiles while educating communities on sustainability. Recent collaborations include clothes donation drives and networks like Closed-Loop Partners.linkedin+2​

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