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What elements are in polyethylene?
Carbon and Hydrogen
What in clothing is a natural polymer that requires a ton of possessing?
Cellulose
What is climate change?
Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns.
What are 2 of the most common materials that go into making clothing?
Polyethylene and Polyester
What is the chemical formula of carbon dioxide?
CO2
How is the climate changing?
Global temperatures rise.
How many liters of water goes into making one pair of jeans?
20,000
Poly(ethylene terephthalate) is also known as...
Polyester
What other than fashion effects climate change?
Deforestation, greenhouse gasses, over consumption, etc.
This is the percentage of textiles that get recycled world wide.
13%
Can we stop global warming?
Not overnight, but we can slow down the process and limit it.
What elements are in polyester?
Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen
What are the 5 ways to best reduce your fashion footprint?
1) Only buy what you need
2) Buy from thrift and resale shops
3) Buy clothes built to last
4) Avoid blended materials
5) Buy from sustainable manufacturers
How many steps are in the clothing recycling process?
Seven steps.
What is released in the clothing making process?
Carbon Dioxide and fossil fuels.