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Description
This short video explains the facts about textile waste in the fashion industry and the concept of fast fashion. The hosts of the program describe the various ways in which textile waste is produced and the impact it has on the planet. The videos also suggests ways in which both the industry and the viewer can take action. In particular, the hosts explain the 7 R's of circular fashion with an invitation to take a pledge and commit to doing better. The link to the pledge can be found here.
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This video would be best suited for the upper elementary and middle school classroom. It could be used to build awareness around the topics of sustainable production and consumption, human impacts on the environment, climate change and citizenship.
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Themes Addressed
Air, Atmosphere & Climate (1)
- Climate Change
Citizenship (3)
- Ecological Footprint
- General Guide to Taking Action
- Sustainable Consumption
Economics (1)
- Corporate Social Responsibility
Waste Management (2)
- Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
- Source Reduction
