Dear Betty: Reader Comment 4/26/2019 Columbia ReThreads

Dear Betty,

I was shopping at the Mall of America at the Columbia store and I saw a bin for something called ReThreads.  It's a clothing recycling program and I thought you would like to know.

Thanks,

Anonymous

Dear Anonymous,

Thanks for letting me know about this!  I checked it out and the ReThreads program has an unlimited drop off location at every Columbia store.  They accept clothing, as well as shoes in any condition, as long as they are clean and dry.  Don't worry if there are rips or stains, it all gets sorted and things that can't be worn again are recycled into shop rags or they are broken down into carpet padding and insulation.  The clothing and shoes go to a company called I:CO.  I:CO specializes in reusing and recycling textiles.  I:CO also processes textiles from H & M through their partnership.  Donating or recycling clothing, shoes, and other textiles is a much more sustainable option than sending them to the landfill. 

Thanks,

Betty

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