One pair of jeans can take up to 10,000 litres of water to make, pesticides and fertilisers used to grow cotton contaminate soil and waterways, and harm local wildlife. The dying process involves synthesising harmful chemicals that pollute waterways and damage aquatic life – and human health. The trend for distressed denim leads to silicosis – a debilitating and often fatal lung disease – in factory workers. What is the real cost of your wardrobe? 

Sure, second-hand clothing is great but what about when you need specific basics like a T-shirt, underwear, or even a pair of jeans. How can you buy responsibly?

Join us this Fashion Revolution Week as we weed through the greenwash and find ways to buy the basics while minimising our impact. 

The #actsofconnection series includes live webinars, shared learning opportunities, competitions and networking events aimed at connecting a community of passionate individuals who want to learn more about sustainability.

Accessible to all staff and students of ACTS Members, the series helps individuals:

     – Increase their sustainability literacy,

     – Connect with a supportive community of likeminded people, and

     – Learn simple yet effective ways to help build a better future!