Currently, Americans have more clothing per person than ever before. And each year Americans recycle or donate only 15 percent of their used clothing, and the rest-about 10.5 million tons a year-goes into landfills, giving textiles one of the poorest recycling rates of any reusable material. That’s a lot of waste getting thrown into the landfill each and every year. However, instead of throwing all of this clothing away, more of these items should be donated instead. When making charitable donations of clothing, there are several things that need to be considered, and this article will take a look at…
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It’s that time of the year again! Festivities are rampant through the U.S, with many of us preparing for summer with elaborate plans and outings for family and friends. However, this season also tells a tale of something more important than trips—narratives of the less fortunate. There are many citizens who rely on charitable donations to last them through the upcoming frigid, winter months. Many families in need are overlooked to celebrate the holidays through materialistic means, but that’s not all holiday spirit accounts for. If you or a friend are truly feeling in the holiday spirit this year, helping…
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The textiles industry is one of the largest in the entire world today. After all, everyone needs clothes to wear, from everyday garments to work and military uniforms to formal wear and more. The United States is a particularly large producer and market for consumer textiles, ranging from T-shirts and sneakers to ball gowns and designer jackets. The modern, average American buys about twice as many clothes as they did just 20 years ago, and many people have an outfit for every day of the month. However, when a person’s old clothes are no longer desirable, these clothes are not…
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It’s an unfortunate fact that many people in the United States just throw away their clothing and household items when they no longer want or need them. According to recent research, 12 million tons of clothing and textiles are thrown away every year. In addition to throwing out these items, the average American is responsible for 4.5 pounds of trash every day. Over the course of a year, this amounts to around 1.5 tons of solid waste that ends up in the country’s various landfills. Other Americans, however, realize the importance of recycling and donating. In 2011, for example, approximately…