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Viva: Sustainable shopping isn’t just good for the environment

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Around hundred billion new garments are being made each year to meet the demands of global consumers.


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By Amy Chien-Yu Wang

Presented by Gode Migerano, Frank Mtao

Source: SBS




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Around hundred billion new garments are being made each year to meet the demands of global consumers.


And hardly worn clothes are piling up in the landfill.

However, some are being donated to charitable second-hand shops to supply essential services for the most disadvantaged in the society.

 


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