The manufacture of silk, which has historically been lauded as a luxury commodity and a wise business decision, is now being viewed in light of ecological concerns. With an emphasis on those resulting from environmental variables, this chapter examines the sustainability concerns of both traditional and contemporary silk manufacturing processes. The first is conventional sericulture, which requires a significant amount of space, consumes substantial water, relies heavily on pesticides, and contributes to carbon emissions. Solutions to mitigate these environmental effects are the focus of this chapter. It covers everything from traditional silk production to organic sericulture, environmentally friendly processing techniques, and improved water and waste management. It also discusses the industry's efforts to implement principles of the circular economy. The chapter highlights how industry, technical advancement, and policy formation work together to promote a sustainable silk-producing system. By addressing these environmental issues, the chapter presents a comprehensive view of how the silk industry can evolve to meet the growing demand for production that is both ecologically conscious and preserves its cultural and economic significance.

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Sustainability Aspects of Silk Production: Environmental Concerns and Solutions

  • Siam Sarker,
  • Shah Md. Maruf Hasan,
  • Rafaj Hossain Rakin,
  • Esmat Jahan Mitu,
  • Md. Kamrul Hassan Chowdhury,
  • Mahmuda Akter

摘要

The manufacture of silk, which has historically been lauded as a luxury commodity and a wise business decision, is now being viewed in light of ecological concerns. With an emphasis on those resulting from environmental variables, this chapter examines the sustainability concerns of both traditional and contemporary silk manufacturing processes. The first is conventional sericulture, which requires a significant amount of space, consumes substantial water, relies heavily on pesticides, and contributes to carbon emissions. Solutions to mitigate these environmental effects are the focus of this chapter. It covers everything from traditional silk production to organic sericulture, environmentally friendly processing techniques, and improved water and waste management. It also discusses the industry's efforts to implement principles of the circular economy. The chapter highlights how industry, technical advancement, and policy formation work together to promote a sustainable silk-producing system. By addressing these environmental issues, the chapter presents a comprehensive view of how the silk industry can evolve to meet the growing demand for production that is both ecologically conscious and preserves its cultural and economic significance.