Spanish fast fashion brand Zara last week released a series of limited clothing collection and drew public attention with one pink dress sourcing in part from collected carbon emissions. The launch marks one of the company’s steps toward a more sustainable future.
According to the UN Environment Program, the fashion industry accounts for 2% to 8% of worldwide carbon emissions. The industry’s reliance on plastics for fabrics and textiles is a major contributor to the problem. To reduce those emissions, several retailers, such as Zara, have experimented with new products and supply chain changes.
