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A ban on the destruction of unsold clothing, footwear and accessories by large companies has come into effect across the European Union, with medium-sized firms set to be subject to the same rules from 2030.
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Ban on destroying unsold clothes and shoes comes into effect in European Union

3 months ago2 months ago3 mins

A ban on the destruction of unsold clothing, footwear and accessories by large companies has come into effect across the…

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The introduction of small Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) charges on clothing has little impact on consumer behaviour, provided said charges are below a certain level, a new study by WEFT and Manchester Metropolitan University has found.
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Small recycling charges on clothing unlikely to influence consumer behaviour

6 months ago6 months ago4 mins

The introduction of small Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) charges on clothing has little impact on consumer behaviour, provided said charges…

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A new study by SHEIN has suggested that while many global consumers engage in behaviours associated with circular fashion, such as rewearing, repairing and passing on garments, these tend to be driven by practical considerations.
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Circular fashion habits largely driven by practical considerations, says SHEIN

6 months ago6 months ago4 mins

A new study by SHEIN has suggested that while many global consumers engage in behaviours associated with circular fashion, such…

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Europe generates around 15.2 million tonnes of textile waste each year, with only a small share collected and sorted for recycling, a new report by Boston Consulting Group and ReHubs has found.
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Europe generates 15.2 million tonnes of textile waste each year

7 months ago6 months ago4 mins

Europe generates around 15.2 million tonnes of textile waste each year, with only a small share collected and sorted for…

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Fashion giant Primark is making progress on circularity, extended product life and the use of recycled or sustainably sourced fibres in its clothing, it said in its latest Sustainability and Ethics Progress Report.
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Primark seeks to boost circularity, increase use of recycled materials

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Fashion giant Primark is making progress on circularity, extended product life and the use of recycled or sustainably-sourced fibres in…

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Italy's Competition Authority fines Shein €1 million for greenwashing
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Italy’s Competition Authority fines Shein €1 million for greenwashing

1 year ago1 year ago4 mins

The Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) has imposed a fine of €1 million on Infinite Styles Services Co. Ltd, the company…

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A new study that tracks the journey of second-hand clothing from Sweden to Kenya 'debunks the myth' that second-hand clothing exports constitute dumping, according to Humana Lithuania and the IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute.
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Second-hand clothing exports can have positive socio-economic impacts

1 year ago1 year ago4 mins

A new study that tracks the journey of second-hand clothing from Sweden to Kenya ‘debunks the myth’ that second-hand clothing…

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Ireland currently discards around 53 kilograms of textiles per person annually, and government, businesses, and consumers need to work together to address this growing waste issue, a new report by EY has said.
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Ireland’s textile waste problem demands urgent action, says EY

1 year ago1 year ago5 mins

Ireland currently discards around 53 kilograms of textiles per person annually, and government, businesses, and consumers need to work together…

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Just 31% of Irish consumers see a link between purchasing clothing and textiles and climate change, the government has said, as it announced a public consultation on Ireland’s draft National Policy Statement and Roadmap on Circular Textiles.
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Less than a third of Irish consumers see a link between purchasing textiles and climate change

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Just 31% of Irish consumers see a link between purchasing clothing or textiles and climate change, the government has said,…

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Some 64% of consumers that purchase second hand clothes online are motivated by the ability to 'save money and get better deals', a new report by fast fashion operator SHEIN has found.
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Two thirds of shoppers that purchase second-hand clothes online do so to save money

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Some 64% of consumers that purchase second hand clothes online are motivated by the ability to ‘save money and get…

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