The GTT Story and Industry Partners
Driven by Sustainable Innovation.
In 2013, Green Theme Technologies Inc. began in the kitchen of Dr. Gary Selwyn with him mixing and applying various chemistries on his ironing board. His novel concept embedded GTT’s progressive culture that better technology also promotes the long-term health of the planet.
Dr. Gary Selwyn’s 30+ year career and higher education in chemistry equipped him to conceive of the EMPEL™ technology platform. He completed his Ph.D. in Chemistry at the University of California Berkeley, solved problems for IBM globally for 12 years and authored several groundbreaking patents in atmospheric plasma technology when he was a principal investigator at Los Alamos National Labs. His unique background, his love of the outdoors and his creative talent propelled him to conceive of a revolutionary way to finish textiles without the use of water or hazardous chemicals.

GTT Brand Partners
EMPEL™elevates global brands across the sport, fashion, and outdoor industries.
GTT Mill Partners
The GTT licensing model allows brands to source EMPEL™fabrics from a variety of partner Mills across the globe. Our roster of licensed Mills is constantly growing to meet the increasing demand for EMPEL™products.


Become A Partner
Become a GTT licensee and leader in sustainable fabric innovation.