Sustainable Fashion with Courtney Barriger: Protecting the Ocean Through Clothing Choices
How To Protect The Ocean · Andrew Lewin - Marine Biologist & Science Communicator
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Show Notes
Sustainable fashion is more than a trend, it is a movement that connects what we wear to the health of our planet. In this episode, Andrew Lewin speaks with Courtney Barriger, CEO of Holding Court Inc., about how clothing design can reduce waste, prevent microplastic pollution, and empower people to make responsible choices. The discussion reveals the hidden costs of fast fashion, from synthetic fibers shedding microplastics into waterways to the massive environmental toll of textile waste.
Ocean protection is at the heart of this conversation. Courtney shares her journey of creating stylish, environmentally conscious fashion that looks good while doing good. She explains why rethinking our clothing habits can help reduce plastic pollution and highlights innovative solutions in textile production. If you've ever wondered whether your wardrobe impacts the ocean, this episode will show you how fashion choices can truly protect marine life.
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