Key take-aways:
The apparel/manufacturing industry produced around 944 million tonnes of CO₂-equivalent in 2023.
Virgin polyester now makes up ~57% of global fibre production; recycled fibres still lag.
Overproduction (especially fast-fashion volume) remains a major environmental driver.
Why it matters to you:
Factories are increasingly under pressure from brands/consumers/regulators to reduce waste, use better materials, and improve finishing (because finishing often ties to water/energy use).
If you design a process for suits (including pressing, lining, interfacing), you might propose ways to reduce waste in cutting or offer “low-waste tailoring” as a value add.
Marketing point: “premium finishing + sustainable materials + responsible production” = strong story.
Post time: Nov-10-2025