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The natural fibre is often punted as a natural solution to climate change. But research comparing it to other textiles has proven that much more than hemp is needed to reverse the effects of climate change.
PARIS (AFP) – In H&M’s flagship Paris store it is hard to find clothes that don’t claim to be made from “recycled materials”. Last year, 79 per cent of the polyester in its collections came from recycled materials, and next year it wants it all to be recycled. The Swedish fast fashion giant told AFP […]
Changing Markets Foundation recently published a report where it alleges big fashion brands of misleading customers through take-back schemes
Fast fashion: Polyester production has doubled since 2000, with huge climate implications The production of fossil-based synthetic textiles has doubled globally within 20 years, as fast fashion production and consumption has increased. According to a new report, this will have sizeable implications for climate change. The report argues that legislation is needed to stop fast fashion's negative environmental impact from spiralling The ‘Fossil Fashion’ report, produced by the Changing Markets Foundation, reveals that polyester is found in more than half of all textiles produced globally. ...