THAT little black dress might hug you at all the right curves but have you ever thought about all the energy and water that went into its construction, and the trail of waste left in its wake? The fashion industry leaves behind a huge environmental footprint, from the pesticides used in growing fibres to the chemicals leached from the textile industry, the energy required to produce and transport each piece, and the clogging of landfills when clothes are discarded.
According to the non-profit Earth Pledge, some 8,000 synthetic chemicals are used globally to turn raw materials into textile. If you want to stock your closet with eco-friendly clothing, read on:
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