SUSTAINABLE FASHION & PRODUCTS
Reducing Carbon Footprints
Root Local’s Sustainable Fashion & Products area of focus is committed to creating a path for understanding the impact of the fashion industry on our communities and the climate. By providing resources, workshops, and recommendations, we can help reduce fabric waste by increasing fabric reuse, recycling and repair.
Stats & Facts:
- Textile production is a major contributor to climate change by producing an estimated 1.2 billion tones of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) per year – more than international flights and maritime shipping combined.
- Extending the life of clothing by an extra nine months could reduce carbon, waste and water footprints by around 20–30% each.
- 3 out of 5 new items of clothing are thrown away and incinerated within one year of purchase.
- 93% of Fashion Checker’s surveyed brands aren’t paying living wages to garment workers.
Make a Collective Impact
We understand that with so many options in the sustainability world, it’s hard to know where you can start making a meaningful impact. We are here to make it easier.
Grow the Map
Support us in growing the Eco-Map for Metro Atlanta, or EMMA, so individuals, communities, organizations, and businesses can connect, find solutions, and embrace environmental consciousness.
Get Involved
There are always ways to create impact. Root Local provides a one-stop resource that offers opportunities to connect. Volunteer, attend events, join committees: find the right fit on our Event Calendar.