WHAT HAS CLIMATE GOT TO DO WITH FASHION (Ebook) (PDF) by Onyinyechi Breakthrough

Chikere Onyinyechi Breakthrough is circular fashion advocate and , the founder of Clozetsales, a platform that makes it easy for people to buy and sell secondhand clothes. She is committed to reducing the impact that fashion has on the climate and the WHAT has CLIMATE got to do WITH FASHION is one of the tools, She has created to push this conversation in collaboration with Deborah Akerele.

Climate Change and the Fashion Industry

The fashion industry is one of the most polluting industries in the world. It is responsible for 10% of global carbon emissions, 20% of global wastewater, and 50% of synthetic fiber used in clothing. Every year, over 100 billion garments are produced, and many of these garments end up in landfills after being worn just a few times.

Why is it important for young fashion beginners, entrepreneurs, and business owners to care about climate change?

Climate change is a threat to all of us, but it is especially young people who will bear the brunt of its impacts. Young people have a right to a livable future, and they have a role to play in creating it.

The fashion industry is one of the most polluting industries in the world, but it is also one of the most creative and innovative industries. Young fashion beginners, entrepreneurs, and business owners have the power to transform the fashion industry and make it more sustainable. By caring about climate change and taking action to reduce the fashion industry's impact, you can help to create a better future for yourself and for generations to come.

How can young fashion beginners, entrepreneurs, and business owners help?

Young fashion beginners, entrepreneurs, and business owners can play a vital role in reducing the fashion industry's impact on climate change. Here are a few things that you can do:

• Educate yourself about circular fashion: Learn about the different ways that the fashion industry is impacting climate change and what you can do to reduce your impact. There are many resources available online and in libraries.
• Support sustainable brands: When you do buy clothes, choose brands that are committed to sustainable practices. Look for brands that use sustainable materials, have ethical production practices, and offer repair and recycling services.
• Start your own circular and sustainable fashion business: If you're passionate about fashion and sustainability, consider starting your own sustainable fashion business. There are many resources available to help you get started, such as incubators and accelerators that focus on sustainable fashion.

Personal steps:

• Start by decluttering your wardrobe. Get rid of any clothes that you no longer wear or need.
• Donate your unwanted clothes to charity or sell them online. This will help to extend the life of your clothes and prevent them from ending up in landfills.
• Learn how to upcycle clothes. There are many resources available online and in libraries that can teach you how to upcycle clothes.
• Support businesses that sell upcycled clothes. By buying upcycled clothes, you are helping to reduce waste and promote sustainable fashion.

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