Fast fashion may seem cheap, but it’s taking a costly toll on the planet — and on millions of young customers

Fast fashion is responsible for an estimated 8% to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and its emissions are projected to grow quickly as the industry expands.

WASHINGTON D.C., DC — Story from The Conversation by Paula M. Carbone, Professor of Clinical Education, University of Southern California.

Fast fashion is everywhere — in just about every mall, in the feeds of influencers on social media promoting overconsumption, and in ads constantly popping up online.

Its focus on the continual production of new clothing is marked by speedy fashion cycles that give it its name. Fast fashion is intended to quickly copy high-end designs, but with

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