Producing fibers like cotton and wool can demand a lot out of a piece of land, not to mention consume a lot of energy and resources, too. But scientists have figured out a way to make a type of rayon fabric just by letting microbes feast on waste matter. No kidding…

Producing fibers like cotton and wool for clothing can require a lot of land and water. Fortunately, there are scientists working to create more modern, eco-friendly sources. Specifically, there’s an Australian company that has come up with a revolutionary new way to produce rayon fibers…