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October 11th 2024
Minister Ossian Smyth has launched Ireland’s first official sustainable fashion campaign to mark World Circular Textiles Day.
Minister Ossian Smyth has officially launched Ireland’s first sustainable fashion campaign in celebration of World Circular Textiles Day. This global initiative is focused on promoting circularity within the textiles industry, encouraging practices such as sharing, re-wearing, reuse, and remanufacturing throughout the supply chain. The campaign aims to raise awareness of the environmental impact of fashion and inspire consumers and businesses alike to adopt more sustainable practices. By participating in World Circular Textiles Day, Ireland is taking a significant step towards reducing textile waste and encouraging a more sustainable future for the fashion industry.
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30th September 2024
Ireland's Circularity Gap Report
The Circularity Gap Report for Ireland, published in September 2024 by the Department of the Environment, highlights the pressing need for the country to embrace circular economy principles to mitigate environmental impacts. The report reveals that Ireland's circularity rate stands at just 2.7%, significantly below the EU average of 12.8%. It suggests that adopting strategies such as reuse and recycling could potentially reduce carbon emissions by up to 32% while decreasing material consumption by 29%. Key recommendations include enhancing efficiency in manufacturing, sustainable agricultural practices, and innovative construction methods to improve overall circularity​.
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For more detailed insights, you can access the full report here.
30th September 2024
California - first state to enact a textile EPR bill
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 707, the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) bill, into law, marking a significant step toward reducing waste and promoting sustainability. The legislation requires producers of products such as textiles and certain plastics to take responsibility for the end-of-life management of their goods, including recycling or disposal. By holding manufacturers accountable for the environmental impact of their products, the bill aims to reduce landfill waste, encourage sustainable design, and promote a circular economy in California.