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Cotton is Good, but There is Even Better By Pablo Luna / Sunday, 25 Apr 2021 08:27PM
It is a well-known fact that cotton is used by the clothing industry, in massive volumes. But the fiber, unbeknownst to many, is used in many other applications, ranging from paper to explosives. Flexible, elegant, and natural, it is one of the most appreciated fabrics at our disposal. But, the environmental toll of the industry, one of the thirstiest there is, has brought the industry to explore alternative ways, both new and ancient, to grow the crops with less water.
Trisha Downing
Cotton is an eco-friendly, yet thirsty, medium