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UBA study recommends eco-design requirements for textiles

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For the first time, binding requirements for the sustainability of textiles are planned for the European market. The basis for this is the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, which came into force in 2024. A study of the German Environment Agency (UBA) has identified five possible product aspects for which requirements could be made and about which consumers should be informed.

Economy | Consumption

Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation

The EU Ecodesign Regulation aims to reduce the environmental impact of products throughout their entire life cycle. It creates the legal framework for setting minimum environmental requirements for products on the European market and for introducing digital product passports, promotes energy efficiency and product longevity, while strengthening the circular economy.

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