The Value of the Circular Economy to the Retail Sector

Alex Hindson, Partner & Head of Sustainability, Crowe UK
4/16/2024

Fast fashion has increased textile waste and environmental harm in the Global South. While much is known about these effects, solutions like circular economy design need more attention. Between 2000 and 2015, clothing production doubled and usage declined by 36%, with the fashion industry heavily contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. This article explores how adopting circular design principles for denim jeans can transform the industry from harmful practices to sustainable models, offering global solutions to environmental impact.


Originally published by Crowe UK, 16 April 2024

The value of the circular economy to the retail sector
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