Our Worn Jeans Can Isolate Us from Noise, Heatwaves, and Cold

Jeans are the most commonly worn garment in the world, and also one of the most discarded. Yet, worn, stained, or even cracked, they can have a second life. A French company is transforming them into a healthy insulator that resists cold, heat, and even noise, providing a sustainable way to protect our homes. The average lifespan of a pair of jeans is three years, but when recycled as insulation, it can last at least half a century.