Where Waste Comes From: Your Closet

Earth911
May 4, 2026, 7:00 am246 ptsTop
On average, each American throws away about 81 pounds of clothing, shoes, and household textiles every year. That’s roughly a hamper full every month for each person. For a family of four, this adds up to over 320 pounds of textiles tossed or donated each year. Most people don’t realize how much they…

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