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How to Dispose of Clothes Responsibly

By NowThis

Published on 2/20/2019 at 3:25 PM

The average American throws away 80 lbs of clothing every year — whether you want to resell, donate, or recycle, here's how to get rid of your clothes in an eco-friendly way.

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