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EPA estimated that the recycling rate for textiles in clothing and footwear was 13% in 2018.
EPA: Facts and Figures about Materials, Waste and Recycling
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2018

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The Unites States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) measures the generation, recycling, composting, combustion with energy recovery and landfilling of textile material in Municipal Solid Waste (MSW).

Why it Matters

The statistic matters because it sheds light on the environmental impact of the textile industry. With only a 13% recycling rate, the majority of clothing and footwear end up in landfills, contributing to waste and pollution. Increasing the recycling rate is crucial for reducing the industry's carbon footprint and promoting sustainability.

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