GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – As sustainability becomes a growing priority for communities, more shoppers are turning to secondhand options. From thrift stores to online resale, buying secondhand can give items a second life and keep them out of landfills.
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According to the Environmental Protection Agency, millions of tons of textiles are thrown away each year in the United States.
By choosing gently used clothing, furniture and household goods, consumers reduce demand for new production, a significant environmental benefit as manufacturing new items, especially clothing, requires large amounts of water, energy and raw materials.
The fast fashion industry alone is responsible for a substantial share of global carbon emissions…