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fashion-and-sustainability2 years ago•3 min saved

The True Price of Affordable Cashmere: Unveiling Hidden Costs

The rise in cheap cashmere has come at a hidden cost of environmental degradation and poorer-quality clothes. Increased demand for cashmere has led to a significant increase in the number of cashmere goats, resulting in habitat degradation and lower quality fibers. To compensate for the lower cost, some herders have increased their herd sizes, perpetuating the cycle. Landscape ecologist Ginger Allington suggests wearing other fibers or opting for vintage cashmere to reduce the demand for unsustainable cashmere production.

via NPR|

#alternative-fibers #cashmere #consumer-awareness

environment2 years ago•6 min saved

Sustainable Solutions for Mongolia's Threatened Cashmere Industry

The growing global demand for cashmere is threatening Mongolia's grasslands and traditional herding practices. The cashmere market has led to an increase in the number of goats grazing on Mongolia's pastureland, resulting in environmental degradation. Luxury labels are turning to more sustainable alternatives and supporting local herders through programs like the Sustainable Fiber Alliance. Yak wool is emerging as a potential eco-friendly alternative to cashmere, as yaks' grazing habits are kinder on the ecosystem. Despite the availability of alternatives, the cashmere industry is projected to continue growing, but sustainable practices and prioritizing quality over quantity could help ensure a more sustainable future for the industry and support herders' livelihoods.

via CNN|

#cashmere #environment #herders

fashion-and-animal-rights2 years ago•4 min saved

Luxury Fashion Brands Linked to Goat Abuse: PETA Investigation Reveals

Luxury brands including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Chanel, Burberry, and Prada have been accused by PETA of sourcing their cashmere from Mongolian farms that mistreat and abuse goats. Hidden-camera footage revealed goats being tied down and stretched out, while workers used sharp combs to rake out their fleece, causing them pain. PETA investigators found evidence of cruelty, including goats with bleeding penises and one found dead after being seen limping. The brands implicated in the report, which also include Bottega Veneta, Dior, Max Mara, and Naadam, have been called upon by PETA to use vegan cashmere alternatives. The Sustainable Fibre Alliance's certification, which some brands claim to have, is criticized as meaningless by PETA.

via New York Post |

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