Make a difference & join the fight against textile waste Textile waste represents 5.8% of total municipal solid waste generation. In 2018 the recycling rate for all textiles was 14.7%, with 2.5 million tons recycled. Landfills received 11.3 million tons of textiles.We can do much better than that! Our Mission Source: United States Environmental Protection Agency Show your support through donations or by joining as a volunteer. Get Involved