Hello, friends! So today we are going to learn about something really special that keeps our Earth safe and clean. It’s called recycled polyester and is a magical material that makes clothes that do our planet good.
Polyester is a soft and comfortable type of material which we use to create many types of clothing. Regular polyester is derived from oil which, as we know, is harmful to our planet – it can damage the environment. But recycled polyester is a superhero for theEarth! If something we no longer need, such as empty plastic water bottles and old t-shirts, can one day be transformed into a fresh piece of clothing that looks and feels great, then why not?
By recycling plastic bottles and used clothes, we are doing two really rad things. For one, we prevent waste from going into massive waste disposal sites known as landfills. These landfills can become incredibly full and create a sad planet. Second, do not use energy to make new clothes. That means we are supporting the protection of trees, rivers and all the animals that live on our earth!
Gosh, did you know scientists began creating recycled polyester over 20 years ago? It was tough to make at first. Recycled materials were not as strong as new materials. But clever scientists and engineers worked hard and found out how they could make recycled clothes just as good as new ones. Today, these magical clothes can be found in t-shirts, jackets, pants, and yes, even swimsuits!
What do you do with recycled polyester?[MATTHEW HARP, TEXTILES.] It’s available in tons of incredible colors and styles. There are soft sweatshirts, stretchy workout clothes and cool jackets. The best part? You are doing your part to protect our Earth every time you wear recycled polyester!
Recycled polyester uses less water and energy to produce compared to virgin polyester. This means we are helping to conserve precious resources like water and electricity. Every time you wear this removable clothing, feel like you are wrapping the Earth in a big, warm hug!
By opting for clothes made of recycled polyester, we can all be Earth heroes in our own right.” We help keep our world clean and beautiful every time we recycle and make choices. Just think how much of a difference we'd make if everyone did.
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