composting in California schools

Composting in California Schools

Embracing Unlocking the Magic of Environmental Education! Did you know composting is not only a sustainable way to manage waste, but it also has the potential to unlock the magic of environmental education in California schools? Introducing composting programs to students will have a significant impact on their understanding of recycling, reducing food waste, and […]

Waste Not, Want Not: The Importance of Localized Waste Solutions in A Circular Economy

The Importance of Localized Waste Solutions in A Circular Economy In a world that is increasingly focused on sustainability, the waste management industry in particular is under pressure to find more environmentally sound solutions for the waste it collects. As the industry looks for ways to reduce its environmental impact, many are turning to localized […]

Textile-to-Textile Recycling

Why You Should Care About Textile-to-Textile Recycling

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 […]

Why is reducing waste and recycling important in schools?

Breaking Down The Best Ways To Reduce Waste And Improve Recycling In Schools

Why is reducing waste and recycling important in schools? In light of the ongoing environmental crisis, waste and recycling is becoming an increasingly urgent issue. Schools need to start engaging in conversations about more sustainable practices, such as recycling and other alternatives to reduce landfill waste. Educating faculty, staff, and students on best practices can […]

Towards Achieving Circular Fashion

The Three Essential Steps Towards Achieving Circular Fashion

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 […]

fast fashion and climate change

The Startling Connection Between Fast Fashion and Climate Change

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 […]

Racial Injustice in the Recycling Textiles

Confronting Racial Injustice in the Recycling Textiles Industry: A Call to Action

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 Quality of Clothing Donations is Diminishing

The Quality of Clothing Donations is Diminishing

Introduction The consequences of fast fashion have been devastating to the quality of clothing donations. As more and more of the global population embraces the idea of fast fashion, clothing donations have become increasingly disposable. Cheaply produced and quickly discarded clothes have flooded the secondhand market, causing the value of donated clothes to plummet. This […]

The Dangers of Turning Plastic Bottles into Polyester

The Dangers of Turning Plastic Bottles into Polyester

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 […]

How Blockchain Technology Can Promote Circularity Within the Fashion Industry

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 […]