Timeline of Sustainable Fashion Events & People by Maya Wiley

2018

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At 15 years old, Greta starts her “School Strike for Climate” outside the Swedish Parliament, inspiring the Fridays for Future movement.

2019

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Speaks at the UN Climate Action Summit, delivering her famous “How dare you?” speech. Sails across the Atlantic on a zero-emissions yacht to attend the event. Becomes Time’s Person of the Year.

2020

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Releases the documentary I Am Greta, bringing global awareness to her activism. Continues pressuring world leaders during the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021

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Speaks at COP26 in Glasgow, famously criticizing world leaders speeches as “blah, blah, blah” for making empty promises instead of taking real climate action.

2022

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Publishes The Climate Book, featuring insights from climate experts to educate and mobilize action.

2023

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Joins climate protests worldwide, including blocking oil tankers and participating in environmental activism against fossil fuel expansion.

2024

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Continues her activism, getting arrested in multiple peaceful protests and remaining a leading voice for climate justice.

1970

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First Earth Day raises awareness of environmental issues.

1987

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Patagonia introduces recycled fleece - a step toward sustainable fashion.

2013

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Rana Plaza disaster pushes brands toward ethical and sustainable practices.

2021

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COP26 highlights fashion’s climate impact, driving industry-wide change.