Lahti's Green Capital Status Isn't Just for Show: How One City Boosted Recycling by 500%!

Lahti, 2021's European Green Capital, is pioneering eco-friendly textile solutions.

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The city's innovative Textile Deposit pilot scheme has transformed the textile recycling landscape.

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Swapping old towels for pool passes is Lahti's ingenious approach to promote recycling.

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Miira Ojanen from Lounais-Suomen Jätehuolto highlights that each Finn recycled a notable 350 grams of textiles last year.

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Lounais-Suomen Jätehuolto Oy's Turku facility is the hub where these textiles are given a new lease on life.

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Since 2015, this facility has been converting discarded textiles into sought-after raw materials.

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Brands like Patagonia and Zara are now turning to recycled fibers, like Infinited Fiber Company's Infinna™

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Emilia Gädda emphasizes the potential for Finnish companies to lead in discarded textile recycling.

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Lahti's textile recycling achievements presents the potential of community-driven sustainable initiatives.

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