How the textile industry can be made more sustainable

 🌍 The fashion industry revolutionized our wardrobes, but at what cost? A century ago, most people owned just a few pieces of clothing, but now, fast fashion has led to an extensive wardrobe. Yet, there's a hidden price tag: environmental degradation.

🌊 Did you know that the textile industry contributes to 20% of the world's water pollution, largely due to dyeing processes that produce up to 200 tons of polluted wastewater for every ton of textiles? And let's not forget the energy-intensive nature of these processes, which often rely on fossil fuels.

🍃 But there's hope! Sustainable practices can make a huge difference. From replacing toxic chemicals with enzymes to using natural dyes and innovative techniques, we can turn the tide on this environmental challenge.

Read more about how we can make textile dyeing more sustainable and reduce its impact on our planet:

https://medium.com/the-environment/3-ways-dyeing-in-the-textile-industry-can-be-made-more-sustainable-b622f03890bd

The dyeing process in the textile industry puts a large burden on the environment (TairA on Shutterstock)