FAST FASHION: WHO’S RESPONSIBLE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CRIMES AND CORPORATE GREED THROUGH GREEN CRIMINOLOGY
Keywords:
Corporate Accountability, Environmental Justice, Fast Fashion, Green Criminology, Textile WasteAbstract
This study examines the environmental and ethical challenges of fast fashion through the lens of green criminology theory. Fast fashion’s rapid production cycles, excessive resource consumption, and labor exploitation contribute to severe environmental degradation and social injustices. This research highlights key concerns, including pollution from synthetic fabrics, overproduction leading to excessive textile waste, and exploitative labor conditions in developing nations. By comparing fast and slow fashion models, the study identifies sustainable alternatives that emphasize ethical labor practices, eco-friendly materials, and mindful consumption. Applying green criminology frameworks environmental, species, and ecological justice, this paper critiques corporate irresponsibility and explores legal accountability for industrial pollution, deforestation, and carbon emissions. Findings reveal that corporate sustainability initiatives remain insufficient, with greenwashing prevalent among major fashion brands. The study argues for stronger regulatory policies, corporate responsibility measures, and consumer awareness to drive systemic change. By integrating criminology, environmental law, and ethical fashion perspectives, this research contributes to discussions on sustainability and corporate accountability in the global fashion industry.
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