The Dark Side Of Fast Fashion Business Models

The Dark Side Of Fast Fashion Business Models

Fast fashion getty Fast fashion has revolutionized the apparel industry, making trendy clothing more affordable and accessible than ever. However, this business model comes at an enormous cost. According to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, the fashion industry produces over 92 million tons of textile waste annually, with fast fashion contributing significantly to this staggering figure….

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Study finds high levels of microplastics in human brains that appear to be increasing over time

Study finds high levels of microplastics in human brains that appear to be increasing over time

Human brains contain higher concentrations of microplastics than other organs, according to a new study, and the amount appears to be increasing over time.  In the study, published Monday in the journal Nature Medicine, University of New Mexico Health Sciences researchers found microplastics in human brains have increased 50% over the past 8 years. They also…

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Carbon footprints: Hong Kong luxury carpet maker takes sustainability steps

Carbon footprints: Hong Kong luxury carpet maker takes sustainability steps

For many luxury shoppers, sustainability now rivals exclusivity and artisanal quality on the list of essential criteria when deciding which brands deserve their lucrative patronage. In addition, regulations in some jurisdictions mandate attention to environmental factors. As a result, sustainability is now both a requirement and an opportunity for luxury brands – a factor that…

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