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Burberry burned $37,000,000 of clothes in one year. Not because they couldn't sell them. Because they didn't want you to have them! The disturbing truth about fashion's dirty secret: In 2018, Burberry burned $37M worth of perfectly good products. But that was just the start... Since then, Burberry destroyed $ 118M of unsold merchandise! Never worn coats - burned Perfectly fine scarves - trashed Brand new perfumes - destroyed But this isn't just about 1 company. All the major luxury brands destroy perfectly fine stuff, all the time. That's because big brands don't sell scarcity. They manufacture it! a) with the tax loopholes - because destruction gets you a tax cut. b) by preventing the "grey" market from unauthorized resales. c) by creating the "exclusivity illusion". - Because if everyone could afford luxury goods, they wouldn't be luxury anymore. The real cost? 1 cotton t-shirt uses 2,700L of water. Fashion is now the 3rd most polluting industry, responsible for 10% of global CO2. But times are changing. Consumers are getting sick and tired of this. And big brands are adjusting to the new reality. Destruction of unsold goods in the EU? Soon banned. A world without waste? Billion $ opportunity. A business on a dead planet? Impossible. Agree? 👉 Hit follow to learn more. ♻ Repost if this pisses you off PS.: creds to Hosun Chung

📱Phuh, this iPhone breakthrough wasn’t easy! We’ve added a new category to our Kliksel shop from one very large partner. 👀 Now, we offer 13 phone models in various colors, GB sizes, and conditions. Whether you or your company needs almost-new, slightly used, or used phones - and you want to save some euros while being greener - hit us up! 🌱 We’re continuing to expand our assortment, and trust me, it’s only going to get more interesting. To make this happen, we spent many hours integrating this new partner into our system, and we are not done yet. Oh, and I had to create 190 Canva images for these iPhones. Worth it? Let's find out. Check it out, and let me know what you think! 💬 Kliksel shop link in the comments.

What is Kliksel 🌱 All About? Following our launch, here’s a bit more about what Kliksel stands for and why we’re excited to bring it to life. Kliksel is a full-cycle marketplace for returned, used, and damaged goods focusing on the electronics market. We blend modern technology with sustainable practices to create a market where every item gets a second chance. Our mission? Support a circular economy, reduce waste, and conserve resources. Why Choose Pre-owned? ♻ - It’s a sustainable choice that reduces resource use and waste. - It helps prevent landfill overflow and conserves natural resources. - It’s a step toward a greener planet and a better future for the next generations. Quality & Peace of Mind - We ensure all verified items meet high standards through careful inspection, plus we offer a 14-day return policy - making shopping at Kliksel as reliable as buying new. Giving Back We’re committed to more than just sales: 10% of Kliksel’s annual profit goes to sustainability projects and community initiatives, supporting a better future for all. Kliksel isn’t just about buying and selling. It’s a movement toward eco-friendly consumption and sustainable living. Join us in rethinking waste and making a real impact! 🌍 Check it out at https://kliksel.lv/

Last week in Riga was a blast! We hosted open office hours together with Latvian Startup Association Startin.LV, where we had the chance to chat with some amazing Latvian founders and dive into their ambitious ideas. 🇱🇻💡 We also hosted a dinner with friends who are shaping the future of the Latvian startup scene. It was an incredible experience to catch up with everyone and hear their stories firsthand! A huge thanks to all who joined us—we’re excited to keep the momentum going and explore what’s next together! 🙌

Office Open – Here We Go! Last week, my partner Daniils Pilāns and I opened our first office together! It’s a step forward for our startup, and we’re ready to take on what’s next. It feels good to have these small beginnings, and there’s more on the horizon.

Over the past few days we had people learning how to pitch. Today they had the grand finale! Top 5 startups were pitching to a jury their actual business. Davids Klavins (Kliksel Marketplace) & Kristine Vikle (Skilloom) took the win. The judges: Sandra Simovich, Kristians Jenciuss, Alise Gurenko, Anna Filipenoka Big thanks to the Latvian Startup Association Startin.LV for throwing this bootcamp at our House, and Inbal Rahav and Priel Manes for facilitation!