Elgin Oxfam branch's second-hand challenge
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Elgin's branch of Oxfam is encouraging folk to only buy 'pre-loved' clothing for at least the next 30 days.
Oxfam’s Second Hand September campaign has been designed to help tackle a throwaway culture which, according to the charity, is making climate change worse.
It comes ahead of the UN climate summit COP26, which is being held in Glasgow this coming November.
Retail operations manager Tom Richardson said: "We’ve all seen the warnings from scientists over the summer about how climate change is a clear and present danger to all of our lives and futures.
"Governments must act to slash emissions quickly, but Oxfam’s Second Hand September campaign gives people in Elgin a chance to reflect on their own buying habits."
Consumers send 13 million items of clothing a week to landfill.
Meanwhile, the textile industry accounts for around 10 percent of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions – that’s more than international aviation and shipping combined.
The textile industry accounts for around 10% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions – that’s more than international aviation and shipping combined.
Over 47 million items are diverted from landfill through being donated to Oxfam.
Every garment sold raises money to fight poverty around the world.
To make a clothing donation via the post, order a free bag HERE
