Synthetic fibers whose feedstock is fossil fuel are the leading
causes of environmental degradation due to the toxicity of the
fumes emitted, demanding energy for production and nonbiodegradability
whereas natural fibers have advantages such as
biodegradability, low cost, non-toxicity, sound absorption properties
etc. [6]. Furthermore, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate
Change most recent report recommends cutting of greenhouse gas
emissions by 70% and an increase of the use of clean green energy
by 2050 respectively. Effective strategies such as utilization of
sustainable biodegradable materials instead of synthetic materials
can contribute to lowering greenhouse gas emissions thus
combating climate change. In reference to European Union guideline
2000/53/EG issued by the European Commission, 95% of the
weight of a vehicle have to be recyclable by 2015 [7]. Most plastics
and synthetic fibers are faced with disposal concerns due to their
resistance to microbial attack; piles of the disposed products which
are ignorantly burnt in under-developed countries lead to increase
in greenhouse gases and also a health risk to the consumers in the
developing countries.