Why fashion is a BIG problem for the environment (with Reuben de Maid) | Newsround
The fashion industry is the second highest polluter of the world, with 190,000 tonnes of fabric released into the ocean every year, so what can you do to help?
Lots of people who use social media feel pressured to keep up the latest fashion trends to gain more followers. Some people believe that, if they're seen to be wearing the same clothes more than once in a different picture or post, they might not be as popular and may even get some nasty comments online. A recent study by environmental charity Hubbub revealed that one in six young people wouldn't wear the same outfit, once it's been seen on social media.
But the fashion industry has a huge impact on the environment - it's the second biggest polluter behind the oil industry. So there are calls for people to make more sustainable choices when it comes to their clothes.
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