T-shirts In Bangadesh Flashcards
How many plain white T-shirts are sold annually?
2 billion plain white T-shirts are sold annually.
What is a positive aspect of T-shirt globalisation?
Bangladesh employs 4.5 million people in the T-shirt industry.
What is a negative aspect of T-shirt globalisation?
Some T-shirts contain chemicals that can cause cancer.
What was the increase in T-shirt production from 1994 to 2014?
There was a 400% increase in T-shirt production from 1994 to 2014.
What is a consequence of T-shirt production in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh faces poor working conditions and low wages.
What is the environmental impact of the T-shirt industry?
The T-shirt industry is the 2nd largest polluter after oil.
What are some sustainable practices for T-shirt consumption?
Buy second-hand, donate when done, and wash less.
What does the term ‘global shift’ describe?
The ‘global shift’ describes the changes in the T-shirt industry.
