Samsara Eco has expanded its Nylon Materials Collective —an industry collaboration launched last year with the European Outdoor Group (OEG). The idea, per the partners, was to make it easier for brands—size aside—to adopt circular nylon . For the collective, that’s through efforts such as pooled volumes, networks of supply chain partners and material due diligence. “Collaboration across the value chain is critical to scaling circularity,” said Paul Riley , founder and chief executive officer of Samsara Eco. “Material performance remains non-negotiable.” The Australian enviro-tech startup is bringing the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) into the initiative alongside brands like Burton , Black Diamond Equipment, Red Wing Shoe Company , Big Agnes and W. L. Gore & Associates . The initiative now extends to another 100-plus brands participating in the association’s Climate Action Corps and Clean Chemistry & Materials Coalition programs.…