EU Policy for Non-EU Players: Understanding the Impacts of EU Textile Policies on Global Suppliers
As the European Union intensifies its focus on implementing sustainability policies, the new rules for textiles begin to send ripples beyond its borders, causing major concern among non-EU suppliers. In this article, I will take you through the challenges and opportunities these policies present for global players in the textile industry, and explain the urgent […]
Updates from Brussels: The Latest on the EU Textile Strategy & EU Transition Pathway
Collaboration between the EU Commission and textile industry stakeholders has been taking place since early 2022, culminating in an official Textile Transition Pathway Report presented by the institution last June. At the same time, the Parliament unveiled its own-initiative report on the EU Textile Strategy, adding new topics to the discussion around what is required […]
Interview with TreeToTextile: Shaping a Greener Future Through Innovation & Collaboration
If protecting the environment is a global priority, then high-quality sustainable fibres should be available to everyone. That was the premise behind the creation of TreeToTextile, a Sweden-based organisation developing innovative fibre technologies to help advance the textile industry’s green transition on a global scale. In this interview, we spoke to Ida Alnemo, Head of […]
EU Textile Labelling Regulation Revision: What’s On the Horizon
In another effort to enhance transparency and promote sustainable practices within the textile industry, the European Commission is set to conduct a revision of the EU Textile Labelling Regulation (TLR). The revision aims to introduce new guidelines encompassing both physical and digital labelling for textiles, including specifications related to sustainability and circularity, in alignment with […]
Major Policy Updates: EU Textile Strategy & Due Diligence Votes
The 1st of June 2023 was a big day for sustainability in the EU, with two major policies being voted on by the European Parliament, the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles and the EU Due Diligence Proposal. Respectively, these comprehensive pieces are aimed at reshaping the way one of the highly polluting industries […]
EU Textile News: Launching the ReSet the Trend Campaign and the Latest on the Textile Strategy
#ReFashionNow – that’s the motto of the EU’s new campaign to raise awareness about sustainable fashion. Known for its heavy environmental impact, the European textile industry is once again the target of the EU Commission’s efforts in advancing the block’s green transition. In this article, we will explain the details of the newly launched ReSet […]
Interview with H&M Group: Why Collaboration and Knowledge are Key in Driving Sustainable Change
H&M Group is one of those companies which do not require an introduction, but what you may not know about the 75-year-old company that became a worldwide synonym for affordable fashion, is it is also an industry leader when it comes to sustainability and public affairs. Recently, we interviewed Pernilla Halldin, Head of Public Affairs […]
EU Textiles Ecosystem Transition Pathway: Why Your Organisation Should Get Involved Now
2022 has been a busy year for anyone trying to keep up with the EU Commission’s movements on the subject of sustainability. In order to accelerate the green and digital transitions within the EU, the Commission has developed and published a wide range of new legislation and guidelines impacting all industries. The textile sector is […]
Interview with Textile Exchange: Why Balanced Subject Expertise is Key in the Sustainability Debate
It’s no secret that the textile industry is one of the EU Commission’s main sectors of attention when it comes to anticipated sustainability policy. The fashion industry is a large polluter in the world, and for that reason, many of the latest pieces of legislation being presented in Brussels bring new rules to be followed […]
Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation: Why is it a Game-Changer for the European Market?
Can new product sustainability rules really help us achieve the goal of a greener future? The European Commission’s answer would be, yes. Although a truly sustainable society may seem like a distant dream right now, the impact of ecodesign measures already implemented demonstrate their potential as a real pathway forward: in 2021 alone, ecodesign measures […]