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The Great Ellen MacArthur Foundation falsehood has taken on a life of its own. Academics, politicians, writers and other NGOs all repeating a "fact" which is pure invention. And no-one has bothered to check the original source. Well, one dumb schmuck did. "Decisions made at the design phase influence how long something lasts, what it is made of, if it can be repaired, and what happens to it at the end of life. In fact, 80% of a product's environmental impact is influenced by decisions made at the design stage." UTTER BULLSHIT. Zero evidence to support this. No primary, secondary or research in the field has ever been done. If it has - show me.... If someone chooses to use an item for 30 years rather than 30 days - that is where the environmental impact lies (Read THE GREAT GREENWASHING MACHINE - PART 2: THE USE AND MISUSE OF SUSTAINABILITY METRICS IN FASHION - Bates Kassatly & Baumann-Pauly for some real maths) https://lnkd.in/ez8eD27Z

🇪🇺 On 23rd April 2024, the European Parliament reached a milestone, paving the way for a greener EU Single Market. They endorsed the legal framework on Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation, setting the stage for a more sustainable and circular future. Now, the Council needs to approve this significant legislation to be published in the Official Journal of the European Union. 🏷 What will the introduction of ESPR mean? The core aim of the ESPR is to establish tailored eco-design minimum requirements for various product groups, ensuring only compliant products circulate within the EU Single Market, boosting circularity and sustainability, and levelling the playing field for green products. ⚙ Once published, the wheels start turning! The work will focus on defining eco-design minimum requirements in the different product categories while preparing for mandatory reporting of unsold goods and ending their destruction. At Policy Hub we are working hard on closely following the developments on ESPR and pushing for an ambitious position in the industry on the setting of the eco-design requirements for textiles. Read further about the endorsement of the ESPR and what this means in our recently published blog post written by  Marina Prados Espínola https://lnkd.in/eY7ipUYC #EcodesignforSustainableProductsRegulation #ESPR #CircularEconomy #TextileIndustry #EUInitiatives 

♻️Attended the WRAP zoom discussion today on EPR systems worldwide. Ireland needs to catch up ! In order to achieve global goals, it is imperative to reduce the carbon footprint of clothing by fifty percent within a decade. This necessitates retailers/textile businesses adopting methods to assess their environmental impact, altering design preferences, incorporating recycled materials, and providing consumers with options for clothing exchange. Through collaborative efforts involving businesses, governments, and individuals, we are revolutionizing the practices surrounding textile and clothing consumption, emphasizing sustainability and reuse. ♻️ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Ireland WRAP Fashion for Good Fashion Revolution The Rediscovery Centre Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications

With the European Council’s adoption of the ecodesign for sustainable products regulation, or ESPR, last month, DPPs are all but inevitable. All that needs to happen now to formalize the decision is one last sign-off from the European Parliament and Council presidents and publication in the European Union’s official journal, following which the legislation will enter into force 20 days later. Two years from that, the ESPR—DPPs, included—will become the law of the land, at least officially speaking.

Enjoy an issue of RUD magazine with your Sunday coffee (and cake from Nebo Pieklo) ☕️🍰 The last issue of magazine, which I contributed to as an editor, is dedicated to linen and hemp, or natural textile fibres 🌾🌱 The processing of linen and hemp, useful field plants grown for fibre, has deep roots in Slovak textile culture - whether domestic, artisanal or industrial. The production of yarn and subsequently fabrics made from it used almost exclusively local raw material, moreover, grown in an ecological way. Similarly, flint, the shredded wood obtained from the stalks of linen and hemp in the process of loosening the stalks, was further used in the economy. An excellent example of sustainability worthy of current 'green' European efforts. ❓However, looking for these plants in our fields today is a detective job. Why is that? And how are they elsewhere in the world? Are these materials used in contemporary textile production? These questions are also answered in this year's two issues of our magazine. ÚĽUV has chosen 2024 as the Year of Linen and Hemp. The aim is to highlight the context in this area and, above all, the potential for the development of traditions associated with the cultivation, processing and craft and artistic use of these plants. 🧡This is where my journey at ÚĽUV ended. Thanks for an intense two years, it's time to move on!💛 https://lnkd.in/emfMzPR9

🌱 A belated appreciation post for the inspiring regenerative material talks I attended a couple of weeks ago as part of Sustainable Fashion Week, Frome Hub. Here is a brief summary.   📚 Key highlights from three remarkable speakers:   1️⃣ Caroline Till of FranklinTill shared fascinating insights into their pioneering work with major brands, pushing the boundaries of regenerative materials.   2️⃣ Judith van den Boom introduced the online MA in Regenerative Design (MARD). What struck me most was the commitment to inclusive and, collaborative learning.   3️⃣ The most unexpected discovery? Sanne Visser innovative work transforming human hair into rope! 🤯 Her community-driven approach tackles fascinating questions: - How do you ethically source hair? - What are the consent protocols? - What practical applications exist?   These talks reinforced my belief that the future of sustainable fashion lies in unexpected innovations and collaborative approaches. Looking forward to seeing what the future of regenerative design holds.

👚New California law requires fashion industry to take old clothes back for free This new law requiring the fashion industry to take back unwanted clothes for free is a significant step towards reducing textile waste and environmental harm. By mandating that companies establish collection sites for recycling and repurposing textiles, it tackles the problem of fast fashion waste, which often ends up in landfills or pollutes developing nations. This legislation sets an example of extended producer responsibility, promoting sustainable practices within the fashion industry. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dVTEgW4u. ☀️Switzerland to launch world-first solar panels on railway tracks for clean energy Switzerland's upcoming pilot project to install solar panels on railway tracks is a groundbreaking step in renewable energy. Set to generate clean power directly from train routes, this innovation repurposes existing infrastructure, offering a scalable, land-efficient model for sustainable energy. With potential global applications, this project could not only help meet Switzerland’s energy needs but also set a precedent for clean energy integration in transit systems worldwide, reducing dependency on land for solar installations. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dQDdEqJB. 🏞️12 global sites join IUCN's Green List for exemplary conservation The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has welcomed 12 new sites from six countries to its Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas, a benchmark for sustainable and effective conservation. This addition highlights efforts in Brazil, China, Colombia, France, Saudi Arabia, and Zambia to safeguard ecosystems and biodiversity, aligned with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eZaFm9YN 🦜World’s first biodiversity bond launched in Colombia to protect natural ecosystems BBVA Colombia and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) introduced a pioneering $50 million biodiversity bond aimed at protecting Colombia's rich ecosystems while boosting sustainable economic development. The bond will fund critical projects such as reforestation, mangrove restoration, and climate-smart agriculture. With Colombia recognized as one of the most biodiverse countries globally, this initiative represents a significant step towards combining conservation with economic growth, offering a replicable model for sustainable finance worldwide. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dqaQaJsc

Great takeaways: 1. more environmentally friendly materials and processes 2. recycling 3. build things to last a long time

📑 Read our latest article and learn more about the sustainable finishing of your textiles.

Our valued partner, NEN – the Royal Netherlands Standardization Institute – brought a unique role to Circular Textile Days, acting as a bridge between stakeholders to establish the standards and guidelines that drive the textile industry forward. A noteworthy fact: 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘶𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘱 𝘰𝘯 𝘤𝘪𝘳𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘵𝘦𝘹𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴, 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘕𝘌𝘕 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘦. Today, this group is developing six Technical Specifications (CEN/TS) that will support the Circular Economy for textile products, positioning the Netherlands at the forefront of sustainable textile standards. For NEN, participation in Circular Textile Days provided the perfect opportunity to stay connected to the latest industry insights and trends, while also fostering meaningful conversations about the challenges and opportunities in circularity. Engaging with visitors and fellow industry leaders allowed NEN to gather essential feedback on the specifications they’re developing, making these standards even more relevant and impactful. Looking to the future, NEN invites experts passionate about sustainability to join the Dutch standards committee ‘Textiel(producten) en circulair textiel.’ Becoming part of this network means staying informed about cutting-edge developments in textile standards and actively contributing to shaping the industry’s circular transformation. By partnering with NEN, stakeholders can help define the standards that will guide the next generation of sustainable textiles. #CircularTextileDays #Sustainable #Legislation #CircularEconomy #TextileIndustry #Collaboration