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More and more in the news, like this article from Newsweek, we’re hearing about the challenges of fast fashion. Contributing to an environmental crisis caused by the worlds production, consumption, and disposal of clothes and textiles, the clothes we buy and use for a season continue to live with for decades, more often than not, in […]

The beginning of the New Year is the perfect time to reflect and look to the year ahead. This year, why not make the decision to not buy new clothing for a year? The fashion industry is one of the largest sources of the waste that is piling up in our landfills. For instance, a

If you were to collect all the debris in the ocean, about 10% of it would be nylon. Nylon is a synthetic fibre made of polymers that don’t break down easily. Nylon is commonly used in fishing nets, which are often discarded carelessly. According to the World Society for the Protection of Animals, more than

Winter is a popular time for many Canadians to head for white sand beaches and palm trees. However vacations can have harmful impacts on the environment, local economies, and cultures. But travel can be more than simply visiting scenic areas, buying souvenirs, and taking pictures. When done right, vacation can be an opportunity for positive

Climate change is a serious issue that requires global solutions, and many companies are on the right track in seeking change. Among them is athletic wear giant Nike, who is using sustainability as a benchmark for success. Since athletes are the brand’s main customer base, Nike is especially aware of the impact of climate change

Researchers at Pennsylvania State University have created a self-repairing fabric. A biodegradable solution is the trick to creating long-lasting and durable garments. The mixture of bacteria and yeast is similar to a protein found in squid tentacles and can be applied to fabrics such as polyester and cotton. This coating can also be useful in

Our current fast fashion clothing culture is becoming more and more difficult to maintain. Clothes are never advertised as ‘throw away’ or disposable and yet much of the fashion in today’s stores isn’t created to last more than a season of wear. Inexpensive materials are disguised as more expensive counterparts, which means that more people

A new performance monitoring tool aims to improve the shipping efficiency of tankers and bulkers. Launched in London by Eniram, the tool called Skylight will raise tanker and bulk carrier efficiency at an attainable low cost. It is a real time monitoring system owned by Eniram that can be attached to the railings of ships

There is a perception in today’s society that fast fashion is easy and convenient, opposing sustainable and slow fashion which is complicated and expensive. However this is a false and harmful perception that only maintains an unsustainable fashion climate. Our demand for cheap clothes is increasing, meaning that fair and safe labour is sacrificed; poor

There are many misconceptions surrounding eco-fashion that prevent many people from shopping more sustainably. This is unfortunate, as the average Canadian throws away approximately 70 lbs of clothing and textiles per year. Making the switch to sustainable fashion is an extremely effective strategy towards reducing this waste pileup. Here are some of the most common