Collecting Discarded Textiles - Amsterdam Pilot Booklet

The textile industry has a high environmental impact, whether it is through the production of the fibres, the processes of making a fabric or textile product, or the use of the final product (e.g. washing, drying, or ironing). In the context of global climate change, it is more important than ever to ensure that the amount of energy we put into the textile industry is not wasted. A simple way to conserve energy in the industry cycle is to use one’s textile products for as long as possible. Of course, there may also be times where you no longer want to keep the product. In cases like these, you have several options for prolonging the use of the product (and the materials from which it’s made) to reduce the environmental impact. Here are a few easy ways to extend the life of your textiles (while also helping people and the planet