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Sustainable fashion through recycling
In partnership with The European Commission
From cast-off clothes to fishing nets Europeans produce a staggering 12.6 million tonnes of textile waste per year. Most is burned, dumped in landfills or exported. But fibre-to-fibre recycling is another option that a new European Commission scheme will push companies to take.
The Road To Green
The Road to Green meets Vinted, fashion bloggers and ancient recyclers
In partnership with The European Commission
Should we put fast fashion in the recycling bin? In this episode of The Road to Green we shop with sustainable fashionista Deimantė Bulbenkaitė, get insight from Vinted's Adam Jay, explain the EU's QR clothing passport, and witness ancient wool recycling.
The Road To Green
What is the sustainable technique of mechanical recycling?
In partnership with The European Commission
Comistra is a well-known wool recycling company in Prato, Italy. To obtain the fibre it uses a method called mechanical recycling, which is deemed to be one of the most sustainable and energy-efficient methods of material extraction. But what is it, exactly?
Cult
Artisans reveal the secrets of how to make the iconic kelaghayi head scarf
In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Discover the secrets of silk kelaghayi scarves made in Azerbaijan. Their intricate motifs and rich colours have made them famous worldwide for their beauty. Woven and decorated with skill and artistry, they have even been recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage.