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Fashion industry responsible for

10% of global carbon emissions

The fashion industry is responsible for 4-10% of global carbon emissions and nearly 20% of wastewater. The
gravity of water consumption to make a pair of jeans has multiplied immensely now which was equating to
the emission of around 33.4 kilograms of carbon equivalent back in 2019, according to the United Nations
Environment Programme (UNEP).

Helena Pribyl from the Centre for Global Eco-innovation's research said, “Introducing a regenerative
approach to growing clothing fibres like flax in the UK could help reduce emissions from farming.”

A recent study offers the solution to the issue, suggesting that increasing soil carbon stores through
regenerative arable farming in the UK could offset agricultural emissions by up to 25%. It could not only
reduce greenhouse gas emissions from fertilizers, pesticides, and machinery but also help to sequester
carbon in soils.

There is a general realization among fashion brands to get engage in sustainable production to cut their AD
carbon footprints. The US brand Everlane, for instance, produces jeans using just 0.4 liters of recycled water,
compared to the 1,500 liters of water used for most jeans. Similarly, the Chinese brand Klee Klee, meanwhile,
offers free repair and recycling services as part of its efforts to reduce waste and pollution.

4th edition of TEXPO Pakistan has

been scheduled for May 2023

The 4th edition of TEXPO Pakistan has been scheduled for May 2023 with the objective of providing
opportunities to witness the showcase of high-quality products from Pakistan. The event is gearing up to
showcase the textile industry from all across Pakistan and brings together textile units reflecting offerings from
sectors such as: leather garments, gloves, footwear, cotton, embroidery & lace, readymade garments, home
linen, towel, hosiery art silk, sportswear & functional fabrics, lace & accessories, denim, knitwear, etc.

Director of Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) Fareeha Khan has informed that a large number
of international buyers from different countries had established business contacts through this exhibition in
2019. Since the successful holding of the last three editions, the upcoming edition is promising more
rewarding opportunities for its participants, she added.

Pakistan's government was carrying out arrangements to promote Pakistan's exports through new avenues of
trade while focusing on non-traditional markets. To this end, a single-country exhibition is also being planned
to grab the untapped trade potential within the African and Central Asian region.

The upcoming event would be a one-stop sourcing platform for new business alliances and investments.
Texpo Pakistan would portray the soft image of the country that Pakistan had a business-friendly atmosphere
and the mega event would help in enhancing the textile exports of the country, he said and assured that all
the facilities would be provided to the exhibitors in the event.

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