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Peru’s Path to Become the Most Sustainable Textile Manufacturing

Market

Part of the appeal of producing garments in Peru comes from the
homegrown natural fibers, including cotton and alpaca. And while these
raw materials are attractive for their quality, they also boast strong

sustainability credentials.
As Rizal Bragagnini, executive director of the Peru Textiles Exporters
Association, explained, these fibers have the added benefit of durability.
For instance, in tests, extra-long staple pima cotton retains its color
through at least 140 wash cycles. If garments can last and look better for

longer, their impact to the environment is lessened.

Cambridge to Launch Curbside Textiles Collection Beginning

December 7, 2021

The City of Cambridge announced today that it will be launching free
curbside collection of clothing and textiles for reuse and recycling

beginning December 7, 2021. Residents can schedule their free curbside
collection through the Zero Waste Cambridge app or the Get Rid of It
Right tool beginning today. Curbside collection of textiles is free and will
take place at least once per week in Cambridge.

The city has partnered with HELPSY, a textiles recovery company, to
collect from Cambridge on a weekly basis. Collected items are sorted
into textiles that are suitable for the secondhand market, textiles that

can be repaired, and textiles to remanufactured into new items (e.g.,
industrial rags, insulation, or padding).

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