The Green New Deal (Alexandria Ocasio Cortez) by Ethan Hines

2019: Introduced by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez & Sen. Ed Markey

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Goal: Address climate change & economic inequality.

Focus: 100% renewable energy, green jobs, justice for frontline communities.

Accomplishment: Brought climate policy to national spotlight; inspired future climate legislation.

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Stella McCartney partners with the UN to push brands toward sustainability.

Significance: Major luxury brand advocating systemic change.

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32 global fashion brands sign a pact for climate, biodiversity & ocean protection.

Significance: Big industry collaboration on sustainability.

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Pandemic slows fast fashion production, lead to a rise in secondhand & resale platforms (Depop, Poshmark, Grailed).

Significance: Shift toward re-use, circular fashion, consumer awareness.

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Law proposal to hold large brands accountable for supply chain sustainability.

Significance: First major U.S. attempt to regulate fashion’s environmental impact.