While the world asks global leaders to invest in bold climate action, some industries slide under the radar. A shocking 8% of global climate pollution is coming from the fashion industry. Fashion production uses up resources, dries up water sources, and pollutes rivers and streams. The vast majority of textiles produced end up in landfills. Some types of clothing even release thousands of microplastics into the water when they’re washed. Fashion has a serious footprint, but it also has a changing room for hope and the power to make a difference. Some companies are using their brand, product, and operations to reflect the values of their consumers.
We can help push for change by calling on the fashion industry to accept their responsibilities and their waste, and to do better.
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