As more people become aware of the detrimental effects of textile production and consumption on the environment, discussions often focus on the chemical and water-intensive processes that lead to significant carbon dioxide emissions. However, it’s essential to understand the broader …
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In April 2020 Humans Have Spent All Resources for the Year
In April 2020, humans exhausted the earth’s resources for the year. While some Western countries may lead the way in environmental initiatives, their consumption patterns paint a different picture. They are among the worst offenders, consuming much more than the …
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 …
Water and Poisons: A Disturbing Duo
Here in the West, we don’t necessarily have to associate these words with each other. But water and toxins are unfortunately linked in other parts of the world. In Brazil, the world’s fourth most prominent user of agrochemicals, researchers have …