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Introduction The issue of sustainability in the textile industry is becoming increasingly urgent as the fashion industry continues to be one of the biggest contributors to pollution and waste. Steps must be taken to minimize the environmental impact of clothing production and consumption. To address this issue, it is important to consider innovative solutions and […]
By coming together, fashion brands, consumers, and recycling facilities can create a future where textile waste is minimized, and resources are conserved. Through collaborative efforts, we can pave the way for a more sustainable fashion industry, one that embraces synthetic textiles as part of the circular economy. Cristina Trujillo, Founder Introduction: The Significance of Collaboration […]
Overview of the sustainable fashion industry The fashion industry is notorious for its negative impact on the environment, with fast fashion brands contributing to excessive waste and pollution. However, there is a growing movement towards sustainability in the fashion industry, with many brands adopting eco-friendly practices and materials. One effective way to create a sustainable […]
Introduction The textile industry is one of the most polluting industries in the world. Every year, millions of tons of textile waste are produced – and most of it ends up in landfill. Textile recycling is a great way to reduce textile waste and help the environment. There are many benefits to textile recycling. It […]
Introduction For those wishing to take the plunge into a sustainable fashion future, Slow Circular Fashion (SCF) provides a holistic solution. It’s an innovative system for producing apparel that offers social, economic, and environmental advantages compared to traditional “throw-away” clothing. At its core, SCF is composed of three main steps: design-produce-use-reuse. Consequently, it is critical […]
Introduction Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time. And yet, many people are still unaware of the role that the fashion industry plays in contributing to this global problem. The fashion industry is the second most polluting industry in the world, behind only the oil industry. And yet, it continues […]
Recycling textile waste is crucial for environmental justice The recycling textile industry is a crucial part of the circular economy and reducing textile waste. However, the industry is fraught with environmental and social injustices. The majority of the world’s recycled textiles come from developing countries, where workers are paid low wages and work in dangerous […]
The problem with plastic bottles The problem with plastic bottles is that they’re made from petroleum. The process of turning petroleum into plastic is extremely energy intensive, and it pollutes the environment both during and after production. Not only does the production of plastic bottles pollute the environment, but the bottles themselves are a major […]
The fashion industry has a sustainability problem. However, the extent of the problem is virtually unknown due to fashion’s global and decentralized supply chain. Blockchain, a new innovative technology commonly associated with bitcoin, has the potential to improve transparency in complex supply chains. An improvement in transparency is the first major step toward building a […]
Society’s addiction to fashion is causing a devastating strain on the planet. The First Step Towards Sustainable Fashion? Transparency. Cotton crops consume lots of water and require copious amounts of fertilizers and pesticides. Whereas synthetic fibers, such as polyester, are made of plastic and therefore are derived from fossil fuels. Each year, billions of garments […]