A recent study makes it clear that the whole textiles business model in South Africa is unsustainable and requires a significant shift to transition it to one that is low-carbon and less environmentally impactful. The study has suggested a number of interventions which are currently being explored with key stakeholders and, ultimately, if adopted, would form part of the Retail-Clothing, Textile, Footwear and Leather (R-CTFL) Master Plan.
