The Conscious Rising 13: How Can We Avoid Greenwashing In Fashion? | ft. Christina Dean
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In Our Future Nature's latest episode, Sean interviews Christina Dean, who is a sustainable fashion advocate and the visionary founder of the social impact business, The R Collective.
With a background in dentistry and a transition into journalism, Christina's journey led to the establishment of Redress in 2007, marking Asia's pioneering NGO dedicated to reshaping the fashion industry. Her commitment to sustainability and innovative approaches have positioned her as a driving force in the fashion world, and she's here to shed light on the environmental impact of fashion and share insights on how we can make the industry more sustainable. Christina's unique blend of expertise and passion makes her an invaluable voice in the movement towards a more eco-conscious fashion landscape.
Episode Timestamps:
(00:00) - Introduction
(01:43) - Impact of Black Friday on Sustainable Fashion
(04:36) - Fashion Industry's Impact on Climate Change
(09:12) - Environmental Impact of Fashion Production
(12:00) - Distinguishing Fast Fashion and Luxury
(14:38) - Solutions to Fashion's Crisis
(15:55) - Embracing Fashion Trends
(20:40) - Realistic Sustainability
(24:15) - Journey into the Circular Economy
(29:28) - The Reality of Fashion Supply Chain
(32:01) - Fashion Industry's Influence on Sustainable Development Goals
(33:08) - Identifying Sustainable Fashion
(35:44) - Balancing Sustainability Efforts in Fashion Industry
(40:08) - R Collective's Sustainable Business Model
(42:56) - The Role of Technology in Fashion Sustainability
(45:36) - Impact of Fashion Shows on the Environment
(48:35) - The Rise of Digital Fashion
(51:24) - Circular Economy and Sustainable Fashion Practices
(54:26) - Consumer Care and Impact on Clothing
(56:49) - Sustainable Clothing Practices
(01:00:02) - Solutions for Synthetic Fibers
(01:03:42) - Making Sustainable Fashion Aspirational
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