RELATED: 5 Ways To Reduce Your Impact On The Trails For Trail Runners To that end, here are some innovative examples of how product makers in the trail running world are helping to lessen the impact of goods. But when you must, it’s best to consider products focused on eco-friendly manufacturing methods. That fourth R means reminds us that sometimes, the best way to have a positive impact is to not buy new gear. Remember the four R’s of recycling: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rethink. Building garments for recyclability to feed back into recycling streams helps us continue this circular economy.”
However, every garment will eventually reach an end of life, hopefully after a very long, well-loved, and used life. “ Promoting a circular economy takes great effort from different steps in the product creation process, but also requires additional thought and consideration from consumers in how they use their dollars. “By taking steps like reusing, repairing, upcycling or recycling apparel, we-the collective apparel industry-can help to reduce our impact on the environment,” said Jess Rogers, Patagonia product lead of Trail Running and Hike.
Where did the other 11.3 million tons of textile waste go in that one year? Landfills. That’s a 13 percent recycling rate (excluding reuse, such as through thrift store donations). The amount of that waste that was recycled was close to 1.7 million tons.
In 2018, the United States generated 13 million tons of waste from clothing and footwear, estimates the EPA. At the beginning of this gear relationship, though, it’s hard to consider where those goods will go at their life’s end – typically, the dump. Whether you’re preparing for a dream race or starting your first-ever trail running season, it always feels good to pull on a fresh, new pair of sneakers or a soft, well-tailored running shirt. Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members!
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