Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faculty Publications Book Chapter Faculty Publications- Book Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ganguly, Deeksha Gupta; Batra, Rishi Title A name given to the resource Sustainable practice in fashion retail Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01-01-2025 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Sustainable Practices in the Fashion and Retail Industry;pp.507-534 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9959-0.ch022" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9959-0.ch022</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105000808592?origin=resultslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105000808592?origin=resultslist</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Ganguly D.G., Christ University, India; Batra R., Christ University, India Description An account of the resource This chapter emphasizes the urgent need for the global fashion industry to embrace sustainability due to its significant environmental impact. Highlighting issues like overconsumption, waste, and resource depletion, it critiques the "take, make, dispose" model and advocates for circular fashion, promoting reuse, repair, and recycling to extend clothing lifespans. Ethical sourcing, innovative biodegradable materials like Pinatex, and green operations in retail are explored as pivotal shifts. Local shopping models, sustainable manufacturing, and consumer demand for eco-friendly products are addressed, with tools like carbon footprint calculators and eco-labels aiding responsible consumption. Technological innovations such as AI, blockchain, and AR are presented as transformative, minimizing waste, enhancing transparency, and reducing overproduction. Challenges like high costs, fast fashion preferences, and limited recycling methods are discussed alongside solutions like strategic collaborations and R&amp;D investments. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available IGI Global Relation A related resource ISBN: 979-836939961-3; 979-836939959-0; Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book chapter Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource online