The fashion industry is facing a major reckoning — and it’s not just about trends or styles. A new report has revealed that global clothing production is climbing fast, and so are the harmful effects that come with it. From cheap polyester-based garments to overproduction in the fast-fashion world, the environmental cost of our clothing…
The UK Government is funnelling more than £1 billion into local recycling services, with the aim of improving critical infrastructure and collections. Circular Economy Minister Mary Creagh announced the plans on Saturday, stating that the reforms will fund improved local recycling collections and reduce costs for taxpayers. Under an outdated regime, the bill for disposing…
Hong Kong authorities have proposed reclaiming 190 hectares of land in waters off the western New Territories for the development of four core modern industries in a bid to create future growth in a sluggish market. The Development Bureau said on Friday that the government was open to any financing model for the reclamation work…
Fast-fashion retailer Shein is facing accusations from consumer groups in 21 countries that claim the company tricks shoppers into buying more clothes than they need, reported ConsumerAffairs. What’s happening? The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) submitted an official complaint about Shein‘s online shopping tactics to the European Commission. The group’s report describes how the retailer uses…
Australia surpassed the United States to top an unenviable list in 2024, becoming the biggest consumer of textiles per capita, according to The Australia Institute. Experts say the fast fashion industry is threatening the health of the country and continent — and raising serious ethical concerns. What’s happening? Fibre2Fashion spotlighted how Australia’s status as the…
Austin, TX — It’s no secret—the fashion industry has a waste problem. With fast fashion flooding landfills and textile waste piling up at an alarming rate, the need for conscious clothing has never been more urgent. That’s why Runways: SUSTAIN is more than just a fashion show—it’s a runway revolution. ? Runways: SUSTAIN Presented by…
Textile waste is one of the most concerning issues of our time. The average American tosses 82 pounds of clothing every year, per Earth.org, adding up to 11 million tons of textiles in U.S. landfills. To combat these numbers, many people have switched to secondhand shopping to refill and update their wardrobes, looking to platforms…
ADVERTISEMENT Did you know that the EU was the world’s biggest importer of textiles and apparel in 2023, importing about €176.9 billion worth of apparel, according to the World Trade Organisation? France, Germany, Italy and Spain were some of the largest importers within the bloc. Much of this is because of the surge in fast…
A leading French aeronautic services company plans to set up an aircraft parts processing and trading centre in Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis, which will generate thousands of jobs and open up a lucrative industry as the first of its kind in Asia, the Post has learned. A source said on Thursday that Financial Secretary Paul…
DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Future of EV Manufacturing Market size is projected to grow from 15,707 thousand units in 2024 to 46,315 thousand units by 2035, at a CAGR of 10.3%, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets. The future of electric car manufacturing is driven by advances in modular and flexible assembly…