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NEGATIVE EFFECTS
ON ENERGY USE

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Fast fashion contributes The constant cycle of

to a culture of purchasing and discarding a
results
garments
in
overconsumption, where substantial energy footprint.
consumers frequently The manufacturing processes,
buy and discard cheap transportation, and disposal of
clothing items. these items demand a considerable

amount of energy resources.

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The increased demand for Reliance on synthetic
fast fashion encourages materials escalates the
the production of synthetic energy consumption
fabrics. associated with the industry.
These fabrics are energy- All these highlight the urgent need
intensive to create and often do for more sustainable and energy-
efficient alternatives in clothing
not biodegrade easily.
production.

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