The Circular Economy Illusion: Textile Waste Exports to the Global South

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Every year, millions of tonnes of second-hand clothing depart from ports in the Global North, packaged under the narrative of sustainability and the “circular economy.” For well-meaning Western consumers, donating second-hand clothing feels like an act of ecological virtue, a step towards extending a product’s life cycle and reducing its carbon footprint. However, once these [...] The post The Circular Economy Illusion: Textile Waste Exports to the Global South appeared first on Modern Diplomacy .