Circular Business Models in the EU: How Policy Can Help Scale Repair, Resale and Reuse
Circular business models in the EU are no longer a niche topic. Repair, resale, rental and reuse are attracting growing attention from policymakers, companies and investors. The reason is simple: these models can help reduce waste and keep products in use for longer. Circular business models also create a new resilient revenue stream and a […]
EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR): what companies need to know
The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is one of the EU’s flagship initiatives to tackle packaging waste and reduce pollution at source, positioning the EU as a frontrunner in regulating packaging sustainability. It introduces harmonised rules on packaging design, labelling, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), fundamentally reshaping how companies design, use, and report […]
Unsold Goods Rules: What the Final EU Rules Really Mean for Apparel Brands (and Why Compliance Can’t Wait)
When the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) was adopted in July 2024, one provision captured particular political and media attention: the ban on the destruction of unsold goods. At the time, the ambition seemed clear. The EU wanted to put an end to the practice of destroying new, unsold consumer products, especially clothing and […]
Sustainably-Sourced Renewable Materials: Why They Deserve A Clear Place In EU Sustainability Policy
As EU sustainability policy for textiles continues to take shape – from the high-impact Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) to the recently published EU Bioeconomy Strategy– textiles have consistently been prioritised as a key sector in which sustainability policy is clearly warranted to achieve circularity. However, attention so far has largely focused on recycled […]
EU Supply Chain Compliance: The Global Impact of EU Product Sustainability Legislation
The EU is rewriting the rules of global trade through its sustainability agenda. What began as a domestic effort to green Europe’s economy is now shaping how businesses worldwide will have to operate. Measures such as the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) will have major consequences not only for European companies but also for […]
A Guide to The EU Product Environmental Footprint Framework
EU sustainability policy is quickly becoming more complex and interconnected, which means that companies operating in Europe now face increasing pressure to accurately measure and report their environmental performance. One tool that could soon become central to this process is the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) — a methodology that promises greater harmonisation, transparency, and accountability […]
ESPR Working Plan: Next Steps For The EU Ecodesign Framework
The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) is one of the EU’s most ambitious tools to transform the way products are made. It tackles one of the most important aspects of a product’s lifecycle: the design phase. With the first ESPR Working Plan now published, EU businesses across the board should be paying close attention. […]
EU Right to Repair Directive: What It Means for Businesses and Consumers
In a world ruled by fast consumption, the EU is pushing back with an initiative designed to reduce premature product disposals and make repairs the norm. While many remain unaware of the legal guarantees already attached to their purchases, the EU Right to Repair Directive (R2RD) is now here to raise consumer awareness about their […]
Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation: Understanding the Ecodesign Measures and Their Anticipated Impact on Fashion Brands
As Europe strides confidently towards a greener future, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) heralds a transformative era for European businesses. Expected to be formally adopted by next spring, this ground-breaking legislation not only aims to elevate product sustainability across the EU market but also sets a precedent for global environmental practices. For EU […]
ESPR & the Fashion Industry: How to Prepare for the Ban on the Destruction of Unsold Goods
On December 5th, 2023, the EU Council and the Parliament reached a provisional political agreement on the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), initially presented by the Commission in March 2022. The final adoption is expected during spring 2024. The new ESPR establishes a transformative approach to how products are designed, produced, and disposed of […]