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Resale may cut carbon emissions by 16% for apparel brands by 2040

28 Sep '23
1 min read
Pic: Shutterstock/liyuhan
Pic: Shutterstock/liyuhan

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  • Resale of premium apparel brands could lead to a 15-16 per cent reduction in carbon emissions by 2040, as per a study.
  • This allows these brands to grow their annual revenue while decreasing the necessity for new production by 23-35 per cent each year.
  • Brands that maximise revenue from resold items capture the greatest share of Scope 3 emissions benefits.
Resale can result in a 15-16 per cent reduction in annual carbon emissions in 2040, particularly for premium apparel and outdoor brands. These brands can achieve annual revenue growth and simultaneously reduce the need for new production by 23-35 per cent annually, as per a study.

Brands achieve the most substantial emissions reductions by amplifying the value of their products in the resale market. Product durability, design, and craftsmanship play pivotal roles, according to a study titled ‘Where Are Circular Models Effective Sustainability Strategies for Fashion Brands?’ conducted by branded resale leader Trove and Worldly, a leading impact intelligence platform for the apparel industry.

Th report also found that brands that control their resale operations and maximise revenue from used products are able to capture the greatest share of Scope 3 emissions benefit.

“As climate change becomes more severe worldwide, consumers are demanding action and governments are implementing regulation. Both business model and policy decisions must be informed by credible data,” said Del Hudson, Worldly EVP, market impact.

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