Practice Carbon Footprint (3.3) - Economics and Sustainability – The True Cost of Fashion
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Question 1 Easy

What is a carbon footprint?

💡 Hint: Think about what emissions relate to human activities.

Question 2 Easy

Name one synthetic fiber.

💡 Hint: Think of popular clothing materials.

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Question 1

What percentage of global carbon emissions does the fashion industry contribute?

5-7%
8-10%
11-13%

💡 Hint: Recall our earlier discussion about the industry's impact.

Question 2

True or False: Synthetic fibers like polyester reduce the carbon footprint of clothing.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the materials used and their environmental costs.

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Challenge 1 Hard

If a clothing brand sources all its fabrics from local farms in an eco-friendly manner, how would that impact its carbon footprint compared to sourcing from overseas?

💡 Hint: Consider the distance and mode of transport in your analysis.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose a way for a typical consumer to reduce their carbon footprint related to clothing purchases. Consider practical steps.

💡 Hint: Think about shopping habits and lifestyle changes.

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