Ecological Footprint Assessment of the Textile Industry in India

The Ecological Footprint assessment of the textile industry explores the environmental impact of the cloth (fabric) manufacturing process. This study assesses the resource consumption, manpower requirements and overall environmental impact of textile (fabric) production in India. The Ecological Footprint of cotton fabric and synthetic fabric production from their raw materials is 16.64–18.17 gha/ton and 10.2–11.87 gha/ton; respectively. Findings from this research provide valuable insights into the sustainability challenges posed by power loom textile manufacturing and suggest potential strategies for reducing its environmental impact. The Ecological Footprint analysis of the textile industry may help policymakers make decisions to promote more sustainable practices and contribute to developing environmentally friendly textile production methods.