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- The project has been launched by the union Textiles Ministry, along with Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI); United Nations in India; and IMG Reliance.
WHAT IS PROJECT SURE?
- It is a commitment by India’s apparel industry to set a sustainable pathway for the Indian fashion industry.
- SURE stands for ‘Sustainable Resolution’.
- It is a move towards fashion that contributes to a clean environment.
WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF SUCH PROJECT?
- It will be the first holistic effort by the apparel industry towards gradually introducing a broader framework for establishing critical sustainability goals for the industry.
BENEFITS OF THIS PROJECT?
- Reduction in carbon emissions
- Increase resource efficiency
- Tackle waste and water management
- Create positive social impact to achieve long-term sustainability targets.
5POINT SUSTAINABLE RESOLUTION
- Develop a complete understanding of the environmental impact of the garments being produced.
- Prioritizing and utilizing certified raw materials that have a positive impact on the environment.
- Selecting sustainable and renewable materials and processes and ensuring their traceability.
- Communicate our sustainability initiatives effectively to consumers and media.
- Through these actions, shift a significant percentage of our supply chain to a sustainable chain by the year 2025.
- Also addressing critical global issues such as climate change, contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION DUE TO TEXTILE INDUSTRY
WATER USAGE IN TEXTILE MANUFACTURING
- The Textile industry is dependent on water in virtually all steps of manufacturing.
- Huge amounts of water are used to dye, finish, and wash clothes.
- In India alone, the textile industry uses 425,000,000 gallons of water daily.
- Approx. 500 gallons of water are used in the production of just one pair of jeans.
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