EU Adopts New Laws Targeting Fast Fashion Waste
Textile consumption in the EU rose from 17 kg per person in 2019 to 19 kg in 2022. About 12 kg of clothing per person is discarded annually. The European Parliament approved new rules requiring producers to cover the costs of collecting, sorting, and recycling textiles by 2025. The destruction of unsold clothes will be banned from 2026. New ecodesign regulations set minimum standards for durability and reparability.
Why it matters: • Textile production uses large amounts of water and land resources. • Only 1% of used clothes are recycled into new garments. • Fast fashion contributes significantly to water pollution, microplastics, and CO2 emissions.
What to do next: • Choose clothing made for durability and repair. • Support brands committed to sustainable production and recycling. • Separate textile waste for reuse and recycling.
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