Unveiling the Untapped Potential: Textile-to-Textile Recycling in the US
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- Published: Friday, 07 June 2024 15:06
A groundbreaking report has shed light on a significant economic opportunity lying dormant within the United States: textile-to-textile recycling. According to the report, this industry holds the potential to unlock a staggering $1.5 billion if approached correctly. However, despite the vast potential, the current state of textile disposal in the US is far from optimal, with a mere 15 percent of the country's 17 million tons of textile waste being recovered, leaving a staggering 85 percent to end up in landfills or incinerators.