Growing calls for a fast fashion tax to tackle our overconsumption
There are fresh calls for a tax on fast fashion with a never-ending cycle of discounts, sale frenzies, and promotions, fuelling a consumption crisis.
Australians are among the worst offenders in the world when it comes to fast fashion, purchasing more pieces per person than anywhere else.
The level of overproduction and overconsumption is unprecedented.
The average Australian buys 27 kilograms of new clothing each year, but dumps 23 kilograms
“The Australian fashion industry is one of the most incredible industries when you look at it, but what is letting us down, unfortunately, is the popularisation of fast fashion and how that’s glorified and glamourised and why we’re sold this idea that new is better,” Ethical Fashion Advocate Charlie Smith told 10 News+.
France is tackling the issue head-on, becoming the first country to impose a tax on brands with low environmental ratings, like Shein or Temu.
So, should Australia be next?
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