Plus, political experts say this year's midterm elections are important for several reasons. Here are some of the key races to watch.
Is vintage clothing better than buying new? Upcycling is trending |
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| | Utahns are increasingly buying secondhand clothing — not only to save money and stand out stylistically, but also as a more environmentally sustainable alternative to fast fashion. Why it matters: The fashion industry “is responsible for 10% of human-caused greenhouse gas emissions and 20% of global wastewater, and uses more energy than the aviation and shipping sectors combined," according to research cited in outlets like Bloomberg Business and the Columbia Climate School. "I feel better in my soul wearing something that’s not so disruptive to the environment. Buying used is a drop in the bucket, but it’s one thing I have control over," said Taylor Litwin, a stewardship director for the Cottonwood Canyons Foundation who tries to shop exclusively secondhand. |
Read more about the reasons some Utahns are buying used clothing. |
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