As more people in Singapore plug into the eco-conscious lifestyle, fledgling start-ups ranging from clothing thrift shops to "zero-waste" stores have popped up across the country.
But owners of these small businesses face a growing challenge of balancing the need to stay financially afloat with the ethical dilemma of not encouraging over-consumption.
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