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Discover the latest regulatory news for sustainability, circular economy and environment: https://lnkd.in/ga_hi2xQ   These recent updates include: Single-use plastics and plastic bottles Textile waste Packaging waste Forest development Climate change Hydrocarbons law Electrical and electronic equipment Durability index for televisions Sustainability index for washing machines Industrial emissions Nitrates and fertilising materials   #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Environment #Regulatory #Eurofins #Testing #SustainabilityMatters #TestingForLife

Are you a #sustainabletextile producer? 📣Your views can help shape the proposed ecodesign requirements, green public procurement requirements and revised #EUEcolabel criteria for textile products🧵 📌The first multistakeholder working group is scheduled to revise the EU Ecolabel criteria for textiles. When and where❓ 18-19 March 2024 - Online 🔎Interested to join? Find the registration link and more information in the news below👇 #CircularEconomy EU Environment and Climate

Certainly a highlight of our Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) annual convention is always the presntation by Jessica Franken on goveronment policies and direction as it relates to our trade. This presentation followed a good presentation by Marisa Adler on #epr. So important that we as an industry understand and participate in the conversation of the future of circularity and textile industry, both nationally and globally. #circularfashion #sustainablefashion #fashion

🌏 EDANA Sustainability Forum: An Engaging Day at the European Commission! We continued discussions on EU sustainability policies, offering attendees insight into policy development and updates on recent EU legislation. 💡 Key session highlights included: - The European Commission’s Role: Lieven Baert (Case Handler Officer, Antitrust: Financial services - DG for Competition) explained the EU law, procedure in case of infringements, the Commission’s right of initiative, and policy budgeting. - The Waste Framework Directive: Vincenzo Gente (Policy Officer, - Circular Economy - From Waste To Resources - DG for Environment) outlined the directive’s scope, timeline, and the establishment of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Textile producers will need to designate an authorized producer responsibility organization to manage collection and cover associated costs. - The Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD): Werner Bosmans (Policy Officer - Circular Economy, Sustainable Production And Consumption - DG for Environment) discussed the scope and implementation of the SUPD, detailing the EU’s ban on certain single-use plastics and requirements for reduced use, design adjustments, labeling, and producer waste management. - The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR): Wojtek S. (Policy Officer - Circular Economy - Sustainable Products DG for Environment) outlined ESPR’s objectives, which replace the Ecodesign Directive to enhance product durability, efficiency, circularity, and sustainability. He also introduced the Digital Product Passport, offering quick access to sustainability details to support informed decisions and ensure compliance. #Sustainability #Nonwovens #Greeninnovation #CircularEconomy #EdanaSustainabilityForum #SustainabilityTraining #SustainabilityWeek

EU regulation changes are aiming to a market full of more sustainable products. 📝 On the 18th of July, steps were taken for the introduction of the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This is an expansion on the Ecodesign Directive by broadening its reach to a wider range of products, while also enforcing stricter ecodesign standards in manufacturing. 2️⃣ Things to take note of: 1. The ESPR is specific and requirements will vary depending on the product category. 2. Businesses selling products in the EU will need to comply with the ESPR to avoid penalties. #sustainability #espr #ecodesign #europeanunion #circulareconomy #greenproducts #futureofbusiness source: 👇 linked in the comments

Transforming Textile Manufacturing: Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Practices Discover how an SME company in Germany revolutionized their textile production process, reducing energy consumption and waste generation. Learn about their partnership with the European Environmental Agency and the adoption of ISO-A-A-A-A-A standards, resulting in significant cost savings and a stronger market position as a sustainable brand. #TextileManufacturing #EnergyEfficiency #SustainablePractices #EnvironmentalPartnership #ISOStandards #CostSavings #SustainableBrand #WasteReduction #MarketPosition #SMEGermany

In our latest Comply Worldwide webinar, Analoli del Cueto Menéndez, from Ohana Public Affairs, presented on the upcoming Eco-Design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). She shared a comprehensive overview of how this new regulation will impact textile products sold in the EU. Together, our members learned about key obligations, including disclosing unsold goods and adhering to bans on destroying unsold textile products. Want to stay on top of new sustainability regulations in the EU? Learn more about our Comply Worldwide webinar series at the link here: https://bit.ly/4bWGs8E #sustainability #education #outdoorindustry #product

Will your products or purchases require a Digital Product Passport (DPP) as a result of proposed EU legislation: Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation? DPPs are expected to be mandated between 2026-30 in the 27 EU member states. They are required for all products sold in the EU regardless of where they are produced. Products with a high environmental impact will be prioritized such as: textiles, furniture, chemicals, batteries, consumer electronics, electronic devices, construction products. The DPP is designed to meet the growing demand for transparency from stakeholders, with standardised information about a product's lifecycle, from origin to disposal, replacing current Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC. #sustainableprocurement #publicprocurement #ecolabel #EU

🌍 Policy Spotlight: A Competitive, Circular Europe – with or without plastics?    On 20th November, Polyolefin Circular Economy Platform (PCEP) will join CEFLEX - A Circular Economy for Flexible Packaging, European Plastics Converters | EuPC, VinylPlus®, PRE, Plastics Europe, and EUMEPS at the European Parliament in Brussels, to explore the vital intersection of competitiveness, circularity, and sustainability for Europe’s plastics sector.   With EU competitiveness taking center stage in this mandate, the event will bring together MEPs, policymakers, and industry leaders to debate the path forward. How can Europe enhance its economic and industrial strength while advancing circularity and minimizing environmental impact? The conversation will address: - Benefits and Impact: How the plastics sector contributes to Europe’s sustainable economic future. - Circularity and Innovation: Leading the charge on sustainable practices that foster a circular economy. - Collaboration Across the Value Chain: Strengthening partnerships to enhance resilience. - Policy & Regulatory Impact: Navigating opportunities and challenges posed by EU regulations. This Policy Spotlight is more than a discussion—it's a commitment to positioning Europe as a leader in a sustainable, circular, and competitive future.   Please find more information on PCEP website: https://shorturl.at/FALeE #CircularEconomy #EuropeanParliament #Sustainability #Plastics

We use #chemicals every day, from plastic packaging to cleaning spray to food additives. But what happens to all of those chemicals when they're done being used? That was the question that inspired my latest paper, "Mapping the end-of-life of chemicals for circular economy opportunities", just published open-access in a special circular economy issue of Royal Society of Chemistry's RSC Sustainability. Check it out to learn why only 10% of the chemicals produced in the U.S. each year are recycled, and how we can increase that number to help mitigate climate change and human health impacts.  https://lnkd.in/gP448S8N