Motl
Activewear good for the planet and for YOU.
Introduction
MOTL will create plastic & chemical-free activewear from plant based fabrics that’ll drastically reduce carbon emissions while also removing harmful chemical exposure towards humans.
If you're interested in learning more, partnering with us, or even want to join the team, feel free to reach out to zachwang@mit.edu!
Problem
~70% of our apparel is made of petroleum based synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon. That number is close to 100% within activewear. Toxins used in synthetic textiles expose us to significant, long-term health risks while also causing tremendous environmental damage.
Opportunity
Our first product will be women's leggings made from bio-synthetic fabric derived from corn and castor oil. It's performance (stretch, quick drying, sweat wicking) will be similar to existing premium athletic-wear.