Problems with textiles Flashcards

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global fiber production for textiles in 2016…

A

was over 95 million tonnes, 71 million tonnes was synthetic and non-renewable

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Clothing industry creates carbon emissions of…

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1.2 billion tonnes p/a (greater than aviation)

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3
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One in ten consumers…

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throw away a damaged garmnet, rather than attempt to mend or alter it themselves

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4
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Less than…

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1% of clothing is recycled into other garments

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