Problems with textiles

Question 1

global fiber production for textiles in 2016…

Answer 1

was over 95 million tonnes, 71 million tonnes was synthetic and non-renewable

Question 2

Clothing industry creates carbon emissions of…

Answer 2

1.2 billion tonnes p/a (greater than aviation)

Question 3

One in ten consumers…

Answer 3

throw away a damaged garmnet, rather than attempt to mend or alter it themselves

Question 4

Less than…

Answer 4

1% of clothing is recycled into other garments