Ethical Shopping

The fashion industry produces more CO2 than aviation and shipping.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Aviation and shipping together.

According to the UN Environment Programme, 12% of global wastewater comes dyeing textiles.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

20%

It is estimated that 92 million tonnes of textiles are thrown away each year.

• True

• False

About 20% of the material used for clothing is recycled.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Only 12%.

Only 25 of 250 large brands surveyed offer their workers a living wage.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Only 5.

The fashion industry is responsible for 10% of global carbon emissions.

• True

• False

Approximately 80 billion pieces of clothing are consumed globally each year.

• False

• True

Fast fashion brands typically produce clothing that is designed to last for several years.

• False

• True

The fashion industry is one of the largest consumers of water in the world.

• True

• False

Most fast fashion items are made from synthetic fibers that are biodegradable.

• True

• False