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The Corona Virus Panic in Australia has led to a Scarcity of Toilet Paper in Supermarkets

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5 years ago

March 17, 2020

The coronavirus scare is putting people in an awkward position. While many in the UK are buying face mask, so the online suppliers run out of face masks, people in Australia have stocked up on toilet paper.

It was reported that Australians bought everything in bulk because of the coronavirus scare. And they also bought rolls of toilet paper. However, some thought even that wouldn’t be enough and bought wipes.

While toilet paper is an excellent option to flush, wipes are not. Wipes may claim to be flushable but most of them can damage the plumbing. That’s why people are warned not to flush the wipes in toilets rather throw them in the bins. Besides this, people are also provided with the contacts of plumbers so that you can reach out to an emergency plumbers near you quickly.

Every year the municipality on Australia spends $15 million in removing the wipes from pipes. The wipes cause blockage in the plumbing, and it costs a fortune to clean it. That’s why the government urged people not to lose their calm and shop in panic.

Companies like Kleenex that produce wipes claim that their wipes are flushable. But they are not, wipes are unsuitable for flushing. Last year the manufacturer of White King, made by Pental, was fined $700,000 because they were accused of claiming their wipes flushable when it wasn’t.

Prime Minister Scoot Morrison asked people in the press conference not to panic and be calm and handle the situation. Even the leading manufacturers of toilet papers in Australia have assured that they won’t be running out of toilet papers. The supermarkets may run out of it, but there will always be sufficient in stock to reshelve toilet paper.

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Turkish Textile Giant Sun Textile Solution Proposal for Drought

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2 months ago

February 4, 2025

Jenny Jackson

While the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) are seeking solutions to combat drought through various projects, Ekoten Textile, a subsidiary of Turkey’s textile giant Sun Textile, has developed a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a technology startup to minimize the intensive water consumption in the textile industry. This pioneering project, the first of its kind globally, will enable the recycling and reuse of up to 90% of the water used in textile production.

Drought is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. According to WHO data, 40% of the global population is struggling with water scarcity. By 2030, up to 700 million people could be forced to migrate due to drought. The unconscious use of water in global production processes plays a significant role in the rapid depletion of clean water resources.

The textile industry is one of the sectors with the highest water consumption. In Turkey, while the food industry consumes 22% of the water used for industrial purposes, the textile sector follows closely with 18%. For instance, producing an average of 40 tons of products daily requires 2,500 tons of water, equivalent to the daily water consumption of approximately 10,000 people.

CLEAN WATER RESOURCES FOR HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE EVERY DAY!

In textile production, where clean water resources are heavily consumed, the innovative success of the Turkish company stands out as a global best practice. This initiative will shape the future of the industry. The wastewater recycling project, developed through intensive R&D efforts, will ensure that over 90% of the required water is sourced from recycled supplies.

The reuse of wastewater in production will transform the fate of countries operating in the textile sector. By preventing the use of clean water resources for textile production, this project will free up clean water sources that can meet the daily needs of hundreds of thousands of people.

R&D ACTIVITIES IN 38 COUNTRIES WITH 380 PARTNERS!

Sun Textile places great emphasis on R&D activities, conducting research and development efforts with 380 partners across 38 countries. Sun Textile and its subsidiary Ekoten Textile export nearly 90% of their production, solidifying their identity as a leading exporter. The company ships products to numerous destinations worldwide, including European countries, the UK, and the US. Sun Textile, the leading ready-to-wear exporter in the Aegean Region, achieved a consolidated turnover of 250 million euros in the third quarter of 2024, continuing its active growth trajectory.

OFFERING CUSTOM DESIGNS TO CUSTOMERS

Sun Textile provides its own designed collections to leading brands in Europe and the UK. Ekoten Textile, its subsidiary, is among the most respected knitted fabric manufacturers in Turkey and Europe.

With a dedicated sales team for each major customer group and five design offices in three different countries, Sun Textile creates designs tailored to its customers’ needs. Its largest clients include the Inditex Group, H&M, Jimmy Key, Tesco, Kiabi, Marks & Spencer, and Next.

Sun Textile also extends its sustainability approach to social responsibility, notably for its high ratio of female employees. The company, which went public in 2022, is also listed in dividend indexes.