Module 6: Environmental and Ethical Considerations
IN THIS LESSON
Synthesize your learning to make sustainable, informed decisions across fiber families.
In this lesson, learners will synthesize what they’ve learned to compare the sustainability of natural, regenerated, and synthetic fibers. They’ll assess trade-offs and explore innovative approaches in the fiber industry.
Activities
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The Fabric of Civilization: How Textiles Changed the World, Virginia Postrel
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Create a sustainability matrix rating each fiber type across environmental and ethical categories.
Explore current innovations like bio-based synthetics or closed-loop viscose production.
Create a resource guide for sustainable fiber selection.
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Which fiber types do you now feel most confident choosing sustainably?
What innovations in fiber sustainability are you most excited about, and why?
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Add a short summary or a list of helpful resources here.