Tag: clothing

Fast fashion retailers like Forever 21, H&M, Zara and Shein offer cheap, stylish clothing, but it comes at a price. According to the UN, this industry is responsible for eight to 10 percent of global carbon emissions and is the second-largest consumer of water. If you'd like to shop for clothing more sustainably, we've compiled several ways to do that below:

Closet and dresser cleanouts can be a cathartic experience. Getting rid of clothes that no longer fit or are no longer your style is a great way to whittle down your wardrobe to include only the pieces you love and really wear.  Taking tops and pants to a donation site or clothing drive is a fairly common practice, but women are often left with the question: what do I do with old bras? Luckily, there are many ways to reuse, recycle or donate bras instead of tossing them in the garbage. We share a few of those tips below:

The world needs new ways of tackling any form of waste and pollution that accelerates climate change. As the fashion industry moves towards sustainability, the hemp plant is emerging as a more sustainable option. Here are the 10 reasons why.

Adidas is releasing a new shoe that is made from plastic collected from the oceans. Plastic ocean pollution is an increasingly important environmental concern, with the 'Great Pacific Garbage Patch' spanning an...

Fashion is an important aspect of human culture, but clothing manufactures and changing styles can be tough on the planet. In many cases, clothing that is no longer considered...

We are currently on the frontier of green energy. Scientists have been busy researching and developing ideas to launch humanity into the future of energy usage. A number of...

While cotton may be the fabric of our lives, environmentalists have long been on a mission to lift the veil of 'softness' that is often associated with its production....

Most people know the importance of toxins in products we ingest, but we often don't consider the toxins in products we wear. According to Greenpeace, chemicals used in dyes...

Here at Greener Ideal, we’re not only about delivering the latest environmental news and eco-gadgets on the market. We also like to show our support for companies and individuals...

London-based designer Hoyan Ip has found a way to reuse discarded food to create fashion accessories. The designer makes jewel-like buttons, shoulder pads and buckles from food that is discarded, or...