Making clothes is notoriously wasteful. Fabric comes in large bolts which are then cut into pieces to be sewn into a garment, but the process typically wastes about 15% of the material. When you ...

A zero-waste food industry refers to an ethical and operational approach in which food systems are designed to generate no waste at any stage, whether raw materials, packaging, or by- products. This ...

Designers from around the world find inspiration in traditional garment making in their quest to eliminate fabric waste. By Hahna Yoon This article is part of a series examining Responsible Fashion, ...

SEATTLE — Many things about zero-waste designer Janelle Abbott’s relationship to the fashion industry have changed since she was a kid growing up around her parents’ Seattle clothing business. Her ...