The Microfibre Consortium

Founded in 2018, The Microfibre Consortium is a non-governmental organisation based in Whitley Bay, United Kingdom working on environment & climate, nature & wildlife conservation.

The Microfibre Consortium (TMC) is a non-profit, science-led organisation founded in 2018 by Sophie Mather and Dr Katy Stevens. It convenes a global community of organisations from the fashion and textile industry to reduce fibre fragmentation and microfibre pollution from textiles. Its work includes developing and maintaining the TMC Test Method, operating the Microfibre Data Portal, running the Microfibre 2030 Commitment and Roadmap, and publishing research and annual insights. TMC supports brands, retailers, manufacturers and testing laboratories with science-based guidance, and works with partners including ZDHC Foundation and Fashion For Good. The organisation is limited by guarantee, has no shareholders, and is registered in Whitley Bay, United Kingdom, with a global signatory base and accredited testing laboratories.