The European Union is preparing for important regulations that will encourage the reuse and recycling of textile waste in all member countries by 2025. On January 1, 2025, separate collection of textile waste will become mandatory. This step is based on Directive (EU) 2018/851 amending Directive 2008/98/EC on waste and stands out as a step towards circular economy goals.
Under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), it is planned to hold producers responsible for the entire life cycle of textile products. The main objective of this program is to manage waste sustainably and use resources more efficiently. Manufacturers will support eco-organizations by making financial contributions that vary according to the environmental performance of their products. As part of the EPR practices, local registries for producers and online platforms are planned to be integrated into this process.
Some countries, such as France, are already implementing their own EPR systems for textiles and other European countries are expected to follow suit. By 2024, restrictions on the use of harmful chemicals such as PFAS by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) continue to be discussed. Reducing the environmental impact of these chemicals used in the textile industry is another important agenda item that supports circular economy goals. New regulations aim to transform the management of textile waste while encouraging manufacturers to adopt sustainable production processes. EPR practices will not only reduce environmental impact, but also offer a competitive advantage to businesses that adopt circular economy principles.
To consider the motion: Proposal
