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Study: Recycled Plastic Clothes Sold Under the "Eco" Label Pollute More than Those Made From New Polyester
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A study by the NGO Changing Markets reveals that recycled polyester, produced mostly from plastic bottles, exacerbates pollution. During washing, it emits 55% more microplastic particles than new polyester.
Clothes made from recycled polyester, sold under the "eco" label by brands such as Nike, H&M or Adidas, are more polluting than items made from new polyester, a study by the NGO Changing Markets shows. During washing, they release more microplastics, which are smaller and more widespread, amplifying soil, water and air pollution, contrary to the sustainable image promoted by the fashion industry.
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