The world is full of landfills with tons of textile waste. For the sake of the environment, it is worth knowing how to properly manage unnecessary clothing so as not to harm the planet. Unfortunately, many people do not pay much attention to this, which is why mindlessly throws away unwanted clothes , not knowing that there is a much better way to get rid of them.
Unnecessary or damaged clothes they shouldn’t end up in the trash without a second thought. Just like other waste, textile waste is also subject to appropriate regulations for proper segregation. After cleaning the closet, it is best to throw unwanted clothes into a special container for used clothes, marked with the Red Cross or Eco Textil logo.
This is the best way to use unused textiles. Thanks to this, they will be reused by recycling companies. In this way, even damaged clothes can be used as industrial cleaning cloths or secondary materials. In this case, however, you should be careful with unmarked containers, that have no intention of caring for the planet at all.
If not containers, it’s worth considering handing over textiles at the Selective Municipal Waste Collection Point (PSZOK). In larger cities you can find places that accept old textiles. We’re not just talking about clothes herebut also other materials, such as curtains or carpets.
Throwing clothes into a regular mixed waste bin (marked in black) should be a last resort. This is a good solution when other options are not available or the textiles are very damaged or stained (e.g. with oil). However, it is worth knowing that already A new container will be available soonwhich will be intended for clothing.
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If you want to get rid of unnecessary clothes, it is worth considering other solutions. If the condition of the textiles allows it, it is worth considering donating them to those in need. Many charities accept used clothing in good condition to be donated to people in need.
Another, increasingly popular solution is recirculating clothes. There are many online platforms that allow you to sell or exchange clothes for something else. Some cities also organize garage sales events or neighborhood exchange.
As you can see, there are many solutions that make it possible dispose of unworn clothes in a sustainable way. Unfortunately, it is considered old clothes should only go into the mixed waste bin. This is true, but there are much better solutions that are worth remembering when cleaning out your closet.
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