In this episode, we sit down with Sarika Bajaj, Co-Founder and CEO of Refiberd, whose groundbreaking technology combines AI and hyperspectral imaging to identify the material composition in textiles for recycling and resale. As the winner of eBay’s 2025 global Circular Fashion Fund, Sarika and her Co-Founder Tushita Gupta are pioneering a new frontier —offering crucial solutions as fashion brands navigate Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws.

Refiberd is tackling one of the fashion industry's greatest sustainability challenges. Industry reports show a staggering 92 million tons of textile waste generated annually, with most ending up in landfills or incinerators. Now, with their recent investment from eBay Ventures, Sarika and Tushita are expanding their technology to new partners and markets in recycling, resale and manufacturing. ...