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Most synthetic fibers are made from petroleum(oil)... a resource that is not replacable. Making synthetics takes energy and chemicals to process, creates waste that is relatively hazardous to plant and animals , and adds to the carbon emitted into the air.

The oil industry is selling the world on Fracking for natural gas and Tar Sands ,processing as new sources of energy and petroleum for the chemical industry, but , so far these processes seem very dirty and destructive to water and air.

It is generally considered that natural fibers like cotton, flax and hemp are much more sustainable; ie they can be grown with minimal use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides and feel more comfortable for clothes , linens, and furniture. there are many synthetic fibers, however, that wear longer, are stronger, resist water and heat and wont replace synthetics. But , once again, all synthetics use oil or other fossil fuel as a major ingredient. It's hard to see any way that this "conserves" Natural Resources.

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