Second-hand is [currently] bad for global sustainability
The title “Second-hand is bad for sustainability” is obviously an oversimplification, hence the “currently” added to the title. Second hand can be part of the transition to a more sustainable society, but not in the way that is now being used and promoted. To ensure global sustainability, in line with agreed climate and environmental goals, we need to look at, and challenge, existing business models, overproduction/overconsumption, the way we shop, what kind of garments and things we truly need, and what lifestyles and societies we want in the future.
Second-hand is [currently] bad for global sustainability
The title “Second-hand is bad for sustainability” is obviously an oversimplification, hence the “currently” added to the title. Second hand can be part of the transition to a more sustainable society, but not in the way that is now being used and promoted. To ensure global sustainability, in line with agreed climate and environmental goals, we need to look at, and challenge, existing business models, overproduction/overconsumption, the way we shop, what kind of garments and things we truly need, and what lifestyles and societies we want in the future.