Cotton in the Circular Economy: knits made in Canada
Cotton has been one of the most important fabrics used by humankind for thousands of years. It's used to make clothes, homeware, and industrial products (it’s even the number one textile choice for the clothes astronauts wear in space!). Recently there has been a lot of discussion about cotton and its role in the circular economy.
How often do you clean out your closet? Letting go of a bag filled with clothing every season might seem like it’s not a huge deal, but keep in mind that almost every person on the planet does just the same. In fact, research shows that the average person in America throws away an estimated 37 kilograms of clothing each year.