Dictionary of Sustainable Fashion and Textiles

Dictionary of Sustainable Fashion and Textiles is an authoritative reference for the full range of topics, terms, materials, standards, and processes related to sustainable fashion and textiles. Sustainability is a core concern for the entire textile and fashion supply chain, and is now considered as part of all important decisions. Over the past decade, many more people in a wider range of industrial roles have needed to relate their work to environmental sustainability, increasing the need for an easy to use reference.In this practical guide, all of the essential elements under the scope of sustainability in the textiles and clothing sector are included concisely and approachably. As well as definitions of important terms, it provides technical information about sustainable materials, and synopses of important industry initiatives like the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, and Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals. For any reader with an interest in the textile industry, this is an invaluable resource that will help you keep across the crucial and multifaceted subject of sustainability.