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Fast Fashion's Waste: Ireland's Circular Textiles Push
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Fast fashions environmental impact is alarming, with half of clothes discarded in under a year. Irelands high textile consumption and global factories output contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. However, theres a growing movement towards sustainability, with the EU implementing fees on low-cost packages and Melbourne Fashion Week showcasing upcycled designs. Irelands National Policy on Circular Textiles aims to reduce waste and promote reuse and repair. Encouraging shoppers to reuse, swap, rent, and buy second-hand can help reverse this trend.
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