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Your 'recycled polyester' leggings are not as sustainable as you think
- April 28, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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Recycled polyester activewear and swimwear are now everywhere. Major global brands sell leggings, swimsuits and puffer jackets with labels that claim they're "made from recycled plastic bottles." Millions of people buy these products believing they're making a more sustainable choice.
Originally published at Phys.org