Resources

Guide
5 March 2015

The benefits of face-to-face exchanges when it comes to re-using household items.

Initiatives:
  • Consumer behaviour
  • Re-use & recycling
Sector:
  • Local Authorities
  • Non-governmental organisations
Guide
3 March 2015

The Sustainable Clothing Action Plan (SCAP) brings together clothing retailers, brands, suppliers, local authority representatives, recyclers, charities, trade bodies and the public sector to reduce the environmental footprint of clothing.

Initiatives:
  • Textiles
  • Consumer behaviour
  • Re-use & recycling
  • Design for extending clothing life
  • SCAP 2020
Sector:
  • Manufacturers
  • Retailers and brands
  • Textiles sourcers, producers and designers
  • Waste management and reprocessors
  • Local Authorities
  • Trade associations
  • National government and departments
  • Non-governmental organisations
Case study
3 March 2015

The production, use and disposal of clothes has a significant environmental impact. After transport, utilities, construction, and food, the clothing industry represents the fifth-biggest environmental footprint of any UK business sector. 

Initiatives:
  • Textiles
  • Consumer behaviour
  • Re-use & recycling
  • Textiles 2030
Sector:
  • Local Authorities
  • Non-governmental organisations
Guide
17 June 2013

This planning your activities section looks at the process of putting your ideas into a coherent implementation plan and provides you with a mechanism to ensure that all activities are completed on time and within budget. 

Initiatives:
  • Consumer behaviour
Sector:
  • Local Authorities