Saudi Fashion Commission Launches Initiative to Promote Fashion Recycling
The initiative aims to foster behavioral change in clothing recycling through the strategic placement of recycling bins in prominent malls, encouraging both the public and private sectors to adopt responsible fashion recycling practices.
It embodies the values of the Fashion Commission's sustainability pillar, focusing on promoting sustainable practices within the fashion industry and enhancing consumer awareness.
By supporting the development of a circular textile recycling system, the Future of Sustainability Initiative seeks to increase public consciousness around the importance of fashion recycling, thereby advancing the sustainability agenda in the Kingdom.
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