Green Production and Consumption of Textiles and Apparel: Key Insights and Future Directions

The industry of textiles and apparel is shifting toward green practices. Stakeholders aim to cut harm to our planet and use eco-friendly plans. A recent study (June 2024) in the Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity reviews green textiles. It covers why this change is needed, how fabrics are made, the problems faced, and the future paths ahead.

Importance of Sustainable Textile Production

Textile work has many steps. Spinning fibers, making fabrics, washing, and dyeing all add stress to nature. Fast fashion speeds up waste and poor resource use, and pollution grows. Green production tasks work together to reduce waste, save resources, and lower pollution. Each word connects closely with its partner to ease understanding.

Eco-Friendly Fabrication Techniques

The study highlights new, green fabric methods: • Eco-friendly dyes and chemicals now replace dangerous substances. • Water and energy-saving methods connect with recycling ideas. • Biodegradable materials, like compostable fibers, help lower landfill use. • Carbon offset methods now work to balance emissions. • Durable designs join the goal of reducing waste.

Challenges in Implementation

The road to green textiles faces obstacles. Costs hold back some firms. Fast fashion creates a strong pull away from change. Supply chains can hide social issues. Each barrier needs effort and clear policies to be fixed.

Future Prospects

Innovation now drives the textile shift. New ways support every step—from fiber spinning to garment assembly. Modern brands join the push, connecting eco-friendly materials with better consumer choices. The push for green textiles aligns each word with its pair to keep ideas clear and near.

Conclusion

Going green in textiles needs care for nature, fairness, and profit. Eco-friendly production cuts waste, saves resources, and builds longer-lasting clothes. With each small change, the industry helps our planet and meets sustainable goals.

Reference:
Rahaman, M. T., Pranta, A. D., Repon, M. R., Ahmed, M. S., Islam, T., et al. (2024). Green production and consumption of textiles and apparel: Importance, fabrication, challenges and future prospects. Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity, 10(2), 100280. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joitmc.2024.100280

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