The textile/apparel industry is of great importance to the economy in terms of trade,
employment, investment and revenue all over the world. This sector is however …

In recent years, there have been increasing concerns in the disposal of textile waste around
the globe. The growth of textile markets not only depends on population growth but also …

The circular economy model has recently gained a lot of attention worldwide from scientists,
business people and authorities. The importance of the transition towards a more circular …

The serious issue of textile waste accumulation has raised attention on biodegradability as a
possible route to support sustainable consumption of textile fibers. However, synthetic textile …

The textile sector accounts for the fourth-highest usage of primary raw materials and water
(after food, housing, and transport), the second-highest usage of land, and the fifth highest …

The apparel industry, which includes the clothing/garment sector, encompasses the supply
chain of clothing and garments, starting with the textile and fashion industry, all the way to …

The fashion industry contributes to a significant environmental issue due to the increasing
production and needs of the industry. The proactive efforts toward developing a more …

This paper presents the first mile problem of the circular economy supply chains: organizing
the collection of used materials from individual consumers. Efficient solving of this problem is …

Fabric waste recycling is one of the key aspects to consider in moving towards circular
economy in textiles. The demand for fabric waste recycling is primarily driven by the …

Fast-changing fashion trends have resulted in increases in textile production and waste
generation. The environmental impacts of the production, consumption and end-of-life of …