Are Recycled Materials Really Better?

There are a lot of misconceptions about recycled materials. Some people think they're better for the environment, while others think they're not as good.
So what's the truth? Are recycled materials really better? In this video, we take a look at the pros and cons of recycling.
00:00 Introduction
00:41 Compare The Same Materials, Apples To Apples
02:35 Post-Consumer Inputs vs. Post-Industrial Inputs
04:02 Closed-Loop System vs. Open-Loop System
05:31 Efficiency Rate And Footprint Of The Recycling Process
07:00 Source Of Environmental Impacts
09:34 Pros And Cons To Consider Of Recycled Materials
11:29 Are Recycled Materials Really Better And Sustainable?
12:32 Conclusion
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I’m Derek Sabori, an apparel industry veteran with more than 26 years of experience. I’m the former VP of Sustainability for Volcom, a former Sustainable Fashion college instructor, and a co-founding brand builder turned sustainability consultant and coach to brands.
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