EU Adopts New Laws to Curb Fast Fashion Waste
The European Union is introducing laws to reduce textile waste and promote sustainable fashion. Textile consumption rose from 17 kg per person in 2019 to 19 kg in 2022, with about 12 kg discarded yearly. New rules require separate textile collection and extended producer responsibility for clothing recycling costs.
Why it matters:
- Clothing production uses significant resources, e.g., 2,700 litres of water for one cotton t-shirt.
- Textile waste management is limited; only 1% of used clothes are recycled into new garments.
- The new laws ban destruction of unsold clothes from 2026 and forbid unverified environmental claims.
What to do next:
- Support brands using durable, repairable, and recyclable designs.
- Choose higher quality garments that last longer to reduce waste.
- Follow developments on sustainable textile regulations.
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