evidence: Textile production is estimated to be responsible for about 20% of global clean water pollution from dyeing and finishing products. [...] Washing synthetic products leads to the accumulation of more than half a million tonnes of microplastics on the bottom of the oceans every year. In addition to this global problem, the pollution generated by garment production has a devastating impact on the health of local people, animals and ecosystems where the factories are located. The fashion industry is estimated to be responsible for 10% of global carbon emissions – more than international flights and maritime shipping combined.