FORT COLLINS, Colo. — The fast fashion industry has made trendy clothes more affordable for many people, but there’s a hidden cost for the environment.
A study from Princeton University found it takes almost 800 gallons of water to make one cotton t-shirt throughout the manufacturing process. Researchers say the fashion industry is responsible for more carbon emissions than all international flights and maritime shipping combined.
Consumers and manufacturers are looking for ways to combat that environmental impact. The Create Good Company in downtown Fort Collins is a clothing boutique looking to make a small but impactful change in the fashion industry…