Microfibres, macro problems

July 2019

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July 2019

Microfibres are everywhere – in the Arctic ice, the remotest parts of the deep sea, in the dust in our homes.
The outdoor clothing industry is working hard to tackle synthetic microfibre pollution, and consumers can do their bit too.  An invisible dilemma is plaguing the outdoor apparel industry. A growing body of research has shown that synthetic microfibres – found in a range of outdoor garments – are contributing to concerning levels of pollution. The […]
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