Five Ways Fashion Companies Can Take Steps to Reduce their Carbon Footprint
Industry and the electricity it consumes accounts for nearly a third of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, according to the EPA. That’s the most of any economic sector. Greenhouse gases trap heat and make the planet warmer, which has been widely credited as the primary cause of climate change. While there are many things we as individuals can do to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions; it's essential that industry do the same. A recent study from CDP found that 100 companies are 71% of emissions alone! Photo by America’s Power Licensed by CC By 2.0 What Are Greenhouse Gases? Greenhouse gases are gases that absorb infrared radiation. This traps heat, keeping the earth's surface warmer than it would...
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