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The fast fashion industry significantly harms the environment through water pollution, high carbon emissions, and landfill waste. Sustainable solutions like thrifting, upcycling, and supporting ethical brands are essential for mitigating these impacts. Both consumers and brands need to prioritize sustainability to address the environmental consequences of fast fashion.

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The Impact of Fast Fashion on the Environment

Introduction

The fashion industry produces billions of garments annually, contributing to pollution and
resource depletion. Fast fashion’s low-cost, high-volume production model has severe
environmental consequences.

Environmental Costs of Fast Fashion

 Water Waste: Textile dyeing is one of the largest water polluters.

 Carbon Emissions: The fashion industry contributes to 10% of global CO₂ emissions.

 Landfill Waste: Millions of clothing items end up in landfills each year.

Sustainable Solutions

✔ Thrifting and Upcycling: Buying second-hand clothes reduces waste.


✔ Slow Fashion Movement: Supporting ethical brands promotes sustainability.

Conclusion

Consumers and brands must prioritize sustainability to reduce the fashion industry’s
environmental impact.

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