Fashion Industry Faces Reckoning on Black Friday: Sustainability Moves to the Forefront

As Black Friday approaches, the fashion industry grapples with its significant contribution to climate change. A UNEP report highlights textiles as a source of greenhouse gas emissions, prompting some industry players to promote sustainability. Events like Eco Fashion Week Africa showcase upcycled fashion, while certain brands opt out of traditional Black Friday sales, emphasizing reuse and sustainability to curb overconsumption.