We love clothes, right? Global clothing consumption has increased avalanche-like in the last ten years, partly due to an ever-increasing international middle class. Where should all the material come from to cover the increased demand? A future fibre is neither …
Textile consumption
Every Fifth Garment is Returned – How is the Environment Affected?
Online shopping. We can do it anytime—when we watch TV, on the subway, maybe even at work. It goes smoothly and quickly—maybe too fast. Can we take the time to carefully think about what we need before “clicking” home another …
Needle, Thread, and Some Help From the Internet
Holes in the jeans? Time to buy new! No, not really. As the interest in caring for and repairing our clothes grows, more and more people are choosing to hand in garments to tailors or get hold of the sewing …
Buy New Old Clothes!
A small repetition of what most people today know:
The textile industry has become increasingly visible and questioned considering all its drawbacks.
Swedes buy an average of 13.5 clothes and textiles per person yearly [1]. The textile industry affects our planet …
Phasing Out PFAS – but What Are the Alternatives?
When we are out being active, we like clothes and shoes that are waterproof and, at the same time, breathable. To achieve this effect, many manufacturers of outdoor clothing have added so-called PFAS substances to their garments. These water and …
How to Avoid Environmentally Hazardous Substances in Your Training Clothes
Moving around is the best and most important thing we can do for our health. But unfortunately, some clothes and shoes we wear when we exercise are not always the healthiest, neither for ourselves nor for the environment. Before you …
