SECOND-HAND CLOTHING TRADE: ACHIEVING CIRCULAR ECONOMY IN THE FASHION SECTOR THROUGH
INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
SECOND-HAND CLOTHING TRADE: ACHIEVING CIRCULAR ECONOMY IN THE FASHION SECTOR THROUGH
INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
Author(s): Ana Gabriela Encino-Munoz, Piergiuseppe MoroneSubject(s): Supranational / Global Economy, Business Economy / Management, Energy and Environmental Studies, Sociology of the arts, business, education, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Centrum Badań i Innowacji Pro-Akademia
Keywords: Circular economy; sustainable fashion; second-hand clothing; international trade; cooperation;
Summary/Abstract: This paper explores the global dynamics of second-hand clothing (SHC) in light of the circular economy to identifygaps and suggest pathways to reduce negative impacts on the sector. The analysis identifies current globalpatterns of SHC international trade and the main hotspots, in order to build a framework for action.The framework incorporates the main stakeholders and a set of actions aimed at reducing the environmentaland social issues associated with the international trade of SHC. The analysis suggests that the framework mayreduce risks and facilitate the transition to a just circular economy in the SHC sector.
Journal: Acta Innovations
- Issue Year: 2023
- Issue No: 49
- Page Range: 75-91
- Page Count: 17
- Language: English