Sustainability

UK Textiles Pact Releases Industry Blueprint For Textiles EPR Scheme

Textile Insights January 29, 2026

The UK Textiles Pact has published an industry-developed ten-point Blueprint outlining key recommendations for the design and implementation of a UK Textiles Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme, as the government prepares its forthcoming Circular Economy Growth Plan. Developed through

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EU Textile Waste Rules Introduce Extended Producer Responsibility, Reshape Industry Practices

Textile Insights October 9, 2025

The European Parliament has adopted new rules aimed at cutting textile waste, placing the responsibility for collection, sorting and recycling squarely on producers. The measures, framed under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), signal a major shift in how textile brands, manufacturers and suppliers must approach product design, materials and end-of-life management.

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Reconomy Launches Global Strategy To Support Textile EPR Transition

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

Circular economy leader Reconomy has published a new global strategy paper, Textile EPR Strategy 2030, to help businesses navigate the growing wave of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations in the textile sector. The strategy outlines a five-year roadmap for adapting to regulatory changes while unlocking opportunities for circular innovation and sustainable

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Textile PRO Forum Launched To Harmonize EPR Schemes Across Europe

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

In a major step towards streamlining Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for textiles and footwear across Europe, leading Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs) and business associations launched the Textile PRO Forum. This voluntary initiative aims to harmonize practices and share insights for the efficient implementation of textile EPR systems across EU member