Today, sustainability has become an issue of great importance in all sectors of the economy, including the fashion sector. The textile industry has changed a lot in recent years in terms of sustainability, becoming a healthy alternative to traditional fashion. This sector has adopted practices and strategies that reduce environmental impact and respect the human rights of workers. It has become a trend that seeks to produce clothing and textiles in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. In today’s blog, we discuss the principles and characteristics of sustainability in the textile sector, how to achieve it, why and the importance of making changes in the textile industry to become more sustainable.
What is sustainability?
Sustainability in the textile sector goes beyond carrying a green label. It is a transformation in the textile industry. It is based on three fundamental principles: environmental, social and economic. Sustainable fashion seeks to minimize the environmental impact of textile and apparel production, improve the working conditions of textile workers and ensure an ethical and fair supply chain.
How to achieve sustainability in the textile sector?
To achieve sustainability in the textile sector, it is necessary to address different aspects in the production chain. Some important measures are as follows:
Reduction of environmental impact
It is important to reduce the use of water and energy in production, as well as the emission of greenhouse gases and other pollutants.
Improvement of working conditions
Textile workers must have fair and safe working conditions, with fair wages and adequate labor rights.
Ethics in the supply chain
It is important to ensure that suppliers of materials and others in the supply chain meet the same sustainability standards as the producing company.
Sustainable product design
Sustainable products must be designed to be durable and of high quality. In addition, sustainable materials and responsible production processes should be used.
Why buy sustainable clothing?
There are many reasons to wear sustainable clothing. Some of these are listed below:
Sustainable materials
Sustainable materials are used, such as organic cotton, linen, hemp and silk, among others. This reduces the risk of poisoning, especially to vulnerable people such as children, by the use of toxins in the production of clothing. Some examples of toxics are lead, used in dyes; formaldehydes, used as preservatives to prevent the formation of wrinkles; phthalates, used to soften plastic; or perfluorinated compounds (PFCs), used for water, dirt and stain resistance.
Quality products
They are products of better quality and durability
. Sustainable clothing is made from high quality materials that often last longer than conventional clothing. This means that sustainable clothing can be a long-term investment and, in the long run, can save money compared to conventional clothing that needs to be replaced more frequently.
Local economy
Supporting the local economy
is another major benefit. Sustainable clothing is often produced locally, which can support the local economy and reduce the carbon footprint associated with transporting the clothing.
Protection of labor rights
Increases protection of labor rights. Sustainable clothing is often produced under fairer and more ethical working conditions. This means that workers involved in sustainable apparel production are better protected against child labor and forced labor, discrimination and low wages.
Sustainable fashion is a trend that has been gaining popularity in recent years and is critical to the future of the textile industry. Sustainability in the textile sector is based on reducing environmental impact, improving working conditions, supply chain ethics and sustainable product design. Sustainable fashion has many benefits, such as reduced environmental impact, improved working conditions, promotion of the local economy and higher quality and durability. To achieve sustainable fashion, consumers, businesses and governments need to work together to promote more responsible and sustainable practices in the textile industry.
“NOTHING DRESSES BETTER THAN A QUIET CONSCIENCE” Rafael Alonso
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