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Why fashion's 'recycling' is not saving the planet
H&M aims to have all polyester in its collections made from recycled materials. However, most recycled polyester comes from plastic bottles, not old clothes. Recycling textiles is complex and costly, especially for clothes made from multiple fibres. Fashion brands often use recycled plastic, angering the food industry.
Why fashion's 'recycling' is not saving the planet
In Europe, most textile waste is either dumped or burned. Only 22 percent is recycled or reused -- and most of that is turned into insulation, mattress stuffing or cleaning cloths.
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