Every Uniform Makes a Difference
Real Impact, Real Data
Since launching, 0 families have found quality second-hand school uniforms through Rethread (0 items total), saving over $0 combined and keeping 0kg of textile waste out of landfill.
Items kept in circulation
vs. buying new uniforms
Textile waste diverted from landfill
Environmental Impact Per Uniform
Every uniform sold on Rethread represents a real environmental saving. Instead of producing a new garment, we extend the life of existing uniforms, avoiding resource consumption and waste.
Prevented per uniform
Avoided per uniform
Per uniform reused
Total Impact So Far:
- • 0.0kg CO₂ emissions prevented (equivalent to driving 0km in a car)
- • 0 litres of water saved (enough to fill 0 bathtubs)
Methodology: Environmental calculations based on industry-standard textile production metrics from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and WRAP UK. Conservative estimates used for accuracy.
Family Savings Data
Compared to retail prices
How we calculate: Based on 0 actual sales where sellers provided RRP
Per uniform sold
Range: Prices vary by condition, item type, and school
Real Savings Example
A typical complete uniform set that costs $400 new can be found on Rethread for around $100-150, saving families $250-300 per child.
Growing Community
Platform Metrics
Our Mission
Rethread is building a circular economy for school uniforms in Australia. Every transaction on our platform represents a step toward more sustainable, affordable education for families.
We're just getting started
As more families join Rethread, our collective impact grows exponentially
About This Data
Data Collection & Methodology
Real Platform Data
All metrics on this page are calculated from actual transactions and verified user accounts on the Rethread platform. Statistics are updated regularly and cached for performance.
Environmental Calculations
Impact metrics use conservative, industry-standard conversion factors:
- Textile waste: 700g average uniform weight
- COâ‚‚ emissions: 1.17kg COâ‚‚e per new garment (Ellen MacArthur Foundation)
- Water consumption: 50 litres per garment (WRAP UK)
Economic Metrics
Savings calculations based on seller-provided retail prices (RRP) where available. Average discount and pricing data computed from completed transactions only.
Data Privacy
All data is aggregated and anonymized. No individual user or transaction information is identifiable in this report.
Cache & Updates
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Questions About This Data?
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Be Part of the Solution
Every uniform bought or sold on Rethread contributes to a more sustainable future for Australian families.