The State of Fashion & Textile Circularity in WA
The State of Fashion & Textile Circularity in WA Report provides research and recommendations that contribute primarily to the achievement of SDG12 Responsible Consumption and Production.
The State of Fashion Textile Circularity in WA is a response to the immediate need to reduce the high volume of clothing based textile waste currently going to landfill.
The State of Fashion Textile Circularity in WA report has been prepared by WA Circular Fashion Consortium (WACFC), convened in 2022 to conduct research that would contextualise Western Australia within the national product stewardship agenda, and advance Circular Economy based action within the local clothing industry.
Drawing on current research, the Report presents a narrative outlining the unique characteristics of the Western Australian clothing and textile sector. It highlights the fragmented nature of the local supply chain and manufacturing sector, the significance of a high proportion of micro businesses and SMEs, and impact of large geographical distances and isolation, key factors affecting the implementation of circular economy strategies that could secure a reduction in clothing textiles waste.