Sustainable fashion 7th grade challenge 5

What percentage of global CO2 emissions is the fashion industry responsible for?

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

• 5%

What are some alternatives to resource-hungry cotton and synthetic fibres?

• Enzymes, bacteria, microorganisms

• Linen, hemp, banana

• Polyester, PET bottles, ocean plastic

• Spider silk proteins, algae, wood

What is the main reason for the environmental impact of cotton cultivation?

• Fossil resource consumption

• Excessive use of pesticides

• High water consumption

• Use of toxic chemicals

What is the main focus of fashion designers using sustainable, vegan materials?

• Reducing waste water

• Avoiding animal suffering

• Promoting recycling

• Minimizing CO2 emissions

How can individuals promote sustainability in fashion?

• Using toxic chemicals in washing and dyeing

• Wearing clothes longer, buying second hand

• Ignoring the environmental impact of clothing production

• Buying new clothes frequently

What percentage of the world´s waste water is produced by the fashion industry?

• 20%

• 10%

• 40%

• 30%

What is the main issue with cotton cultivation?

• it doesn't biodegrade

• it consumes a lot of water

• it is made from fossil resources

• it requires more pesticides than any other crop

What is a sustainable alternative to toxic chemicals in the washing and dyeing process?

• wood fibers

• enzymes and bacteria

• polyester fibers

• algae fibers