Annotations - carbon footprint

  1. On one hand, cashmere is a natural fibre, so unlike polyester, nylon and other synthetics, there are no issues regarding its ability to decompose, but, as with all animal-derived products, the goats used in the production of cashmere produce a carbon footprint. Plus, when you look at the chain of production, it's not uncommon to see the destruction of natural habitats as a result of the ever-growing demand the cashmere industry is placing on our planet

    (habitat destruction) -- actually this appears to refer to grasslands as "natural habitat" for goats, rather than wildlife (see the reference to "habitats" below)

  2. Naadam, a direct-to consumer cashmere brand that’s making luxe knitwear more sustainable, more accessible, and more affordable for everyone. By purchasing directly from nomadic Mongolian herders, Naadam is able to reduce their carbon footprint, offer livestock insurance, and create special non-profit opportunities for all the herders they work with. The result of purchasing directly from the source? An incredibly so

    These descriptors are essentially stated rather than argued. #direct-to-consumer-marketing #luxury #affordable-cashmere ("accessible" and "affordable" as distinct here?) #chenj (cutting out middlemen to achieve all sorts of things!) #carbon-footprint (reduction) #livestock-insurance #collective-action (as "non-profit opportunities")

  3. rafted in Scotland, using Re.VerSo™ yarn f rom Italy, this recycled cashmere hat Crafted in Scotland, using Re.VerSo™ yarn f rom Italy, this recycled cashmere hat demonstrates the latest in eco-friendly innovative technology and plays an integral demonstrates the latest in eco-friendly innovative technology and plays an integral part in working towards a circular economy. Made up of pre consumer textile part in working towards a circular economy. Made up of pre consumer textile waste, this Re.VerSo™ yarn offers the same quality as virgin cashmere, but with a waste, this Re.VerSo™ yarn offers the same quality as virgin cashmere, but with a much smaller carbon footprint. All Re.VerSo™ yarn is CO2 f ree and untreated.