Abstract
The modern textile and clothing industry has a significant impact on the environment. The consumption of water, energy, raw materials and waste generation require a revision of the methods of training future specialists. The formation of students' skills in the rational use of natural resources is becoming an essential
component of education. Clothing manufacturing is one of the areas where the fair use of materials can significantly reduce the burden on the environment. Teaching students how to use resources economically is the key to developing a responsible approach to production and consumption. The purpose of this article is to examine modern approaches to teaching students how to take care of natural resources in the garment industry and propose effective methods for their use and reuse. The transition to sustainable production requires new forms of training for future garment specialists in the field of environmental responsibility, therefore, educational institutions need to introduce courses on eco-friendly design, textile waste recycling technologies, closed-loop ecology and rational use of resources. Students will understand how important it is to take care of
the environment and use innovative methods to minimize the impact of the garment industry. Companies focused on environmentally friendly production gain competitive advantages, ensuring sustainable growth and adaptation to new challenges. Otherwise, they risk facing rising prices for raw materials, increased consumer
awareness of environmental issues, and lower prices for products that accumulate in landfills. When clothes go out of use, they can be given a second life by giving them to new owners, recycling materials, or turning them into other useful items. Experimental groups of students who completed this program reduced the amount of tissue waste by an average of one fifth of their previous consumption, and students showed great interest in using environmentally friendly materials. However, difficulties were also identified in the learning process. For example, many students initially experience resistance when working with recycled materials due to their visual and tactile properties. This requires additional motivational work and the introduction of design approaches that emphasize the aesthetic value of such materials. Reducing the negative impact of the fashion
industry on nature requires a comprehensive approach at the global level. This includes the introduction of sustainable technologies, transparency of supply, environmentally friendly production and conscious consumption. It is important to form an understanding of environmental responsibility among future
specialists, to give them the knowledge and practical skills to create fashion that does not harm the environment. The inclusion of the principles of rational use of natural resources in the educational process will allow students not only to create competitive products, but also to contribute to the sustainable development of the fashion industry. Teaching students how to take care of natural resources in the manufacture of clothing contributes to the formation of environmental responsibility and professional skills. Further research may be aimed at developing new educational programs and integrating digital technologies to improve learning efficiency.