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RECYCLING
THE ONLY PATH FORWARD
Bottles Bottles shredded Flake melted Pellets extruded Yarn knitted cut &
LQWR ɊDNHV into pellets into yard sewn into a jacket
INFOGRAPHIC:
How recycled polyester is made
The choice of recycled materials, such as recycled Recycled cotton reduces the strain on agricultural land, Embracing recycled textiles allows us to create
cotton and polyester, is not just an option—it’s the water resources and textile waste, while recycling products that honour the Earth rather than deplete it,
only choice we can make if we are serious about polyester helps tackle the growing issue of plastic ensuring that future generations inherit a healthier,
transforming the textile industry and protecting our waste. Together, they represent a powerful opportunity more sustainable world. The path forward is clear—
planet. By prioritising the use of recycled resources, to mitigate the industry’s environmental footprint and innovation, responsibility, and recycling must lead the
we break free from the harmful cycle of exploiting foster a new standard in eco-conscious production. way.
virgin materials and continue towards a virtuous loop
of sustainability.
