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Transforming Textile Waste: The Future of Sustainable Fashion
In our modern world, when we think about plastic waste, the image that often comes to mind is disposable items like straws, packaging, or plastic bottles. However, an overlooked yet significant source of plastic pollution is hidden inside our closets—our clothes. The development of synthetic materials, especially polyester, has revolutionized the fashion industry, making garments more functional, stretchable, and affordable. Yet, this innovation comes with a substantial environmental cost: an overwhelming amount of textile waste that ends up in landfills each year, contributing to pollution on a global scale.