Underwear Recycling 101: What Happens to Your Old Undies?
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It’s time for change.
The apparel and textile industry is responsible for 8-10% of global emissions and 20% of global water pollution.
And it’s getting worse — clothing consumption has increased 400% in the past 20 years, and with 33% of clothing in Australia discarded each year, we’re running out of time.
Your purchase from Underwear for Humanity creates a radical change today and helps create for a better future.
Every pair of sustainable and ethical undies you buy helps protect our planet, empower women and support our local communities.
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37,085
One-for-one underwear donated.
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30,499
Bras and undies diverted from landfill.
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77,343L
Water saved through our manufacturing process.
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$15,834
Rent paid to Aboriginal groups.
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13.35kg
Lower in emissions than industry standard (55% lower)
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$269,449
Spent with ethical manufacturers
Changing your undies never felt so good.
You don’t have time for discomfort. Our ethical undies are practical, inclusively sized and designed to feel good.
Designed By Women
No more undies that ride up ya’ bum whilst you’re sprinting for the bus. No more awkward tit tuck in the work elevator.
With super comfy material, inclusive sizing for all body types, and adaptive briefs for disabled people, we’ve got you covered.
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
From factory to your front door, we’re significantly reducing CO2 emissions for a better future.
- Non-toxic dyes
- Recycled nylon and elastane
- Repurposing off-cuts for insulation
- Assisting our factory to install solar
- Compostable mailers and reusable shipping bags
- Minimal packaging made from FSC-certified recycled kraft paper
Support Local and Ethical Businesses
Big multinational companies and their subsidiaries dominate the consumables markets, and the money doesn’t go where it needs to.
Buying your essentials from us means you are investing in local community projects as well as essential restorative planetary needs.
Invest in a Sustainable Future
Charities currently spend $13 million annually discarding unsellable donations, including underwear.
We partner with charities to prevent underwear donations from becoming landfill waste.
Capturing just 10% of the 204 million underwear items imported to Australia each year could save 1,734 tonnes of waste annually.
Empower Women and Girls
We’ve processed 30,529 one-for-one donations to those in need and helping maintain dignity for those experiencing homelessness and/or escaping domestic violence.
Meanwhile, we have a work-training partnership with Social Engine, supporting at-risk youth and Afghan female refugees, offering a safe place to learn work skills and prepare for mainstream work.
Let customers speak for us
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