Why Fast Fashion is a Huge Problem and How We Can Approach Clothing Differently | Episode 4 - a podcast by Moth and Rust DIY

Did you know that it's estimated that the average American throws away 81 pounds of textiles EACH YEAR? Yikes! Today I’m talking a little bit about why fast fashion is a problem and offer some suggestions on how you might approach your wardrobe in a more sustainable way.

Some of the articles cited:

 https://www.epa.gov/facts-and-figures-about-materials-waste-and-recycling/textiles-material-specific-data

https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2016-11/documents/2014_smmfactsheet_508.pdf

https://www.cnn.com/2019/11/14/world/microfiber-filter-plastic-pollution-intl/index.html

https://www.nbcnews.com/mach/science/fight-against-plastic-pollution-targets-hidden-source-our-clothes-ncna1000961

Fashion Revolution
#whomademyclothes
https://www.fashionrevolution.org

TISSU Sewing Studio (owned by my friend Nina who organizes clothing swaps):
https://www.tissusewingstudio.com

Fibershed affiliate directory:
https://www.fibershed.com/affiliate-directory/


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