In 2022, Nike sourced at least 527,645 tonnes of materials

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Raw material sourcing degrades the ecosystems3. In 2021, about 25.4 million (Mn) tonnes (t) of cotton (natural fiber) & 88.2 Mnt of chemical fibers, including polyester, were produced globally1. The sourcing of cotton needs lots of water, fertiliz...

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