Ilse Roosens PPWR: Do micro-enterprises have to handle everything themselves? Myth “As a micro-enterprise, I am fully responsible for all PPWR obligations.” VS FACT FALSE Not always. The PPWR provides for micro-enterprises an important exception under certain conditions, allowi... General PPWR Jul 17, 2026
Ilse Roosens From 19 July 2026, no more destruction of unsold clothing: what will change? What do you need to remember? 1 Destruction prohibition On unsold clothing, accessories, and shoes in the EU. 2 Disclosure obligation For large and medium-sized enterprises. 3 Impact for Belgian cloth... ESPR Proh. Dest. Unsold Goods Jul 16, 2026
Ilse Roosens New EU packaging rules: The PPWR (Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation) is the new European packaging regulation that will be applicable from August 12, 2026 . It replaces the old directive and imposes uniform, stricter ru... General PPWR Jun 29, 2026
Ilse Roosens EURATEX calls for simpler environmental regulations for fashion SMEs. Introduction The European textile and fashion sector calls for a simplification of the current and upcoming environmental regulations . In a joint position paper submitted to the European Commission, ... EU Textile Strategy General Jun 4, 2026
Ilse Roosens What is the environmental impact of textiles in Europe, and what do companies need to do? If your company designs, produces, or sells textile products in the European market, the environmental impact of textiles is no longer a secondary sustainability issue. It becomes a central challenge ... EU Textile Strategy General Apr 21, 2026
Ilse Roosens Can a garment be labelled as “sustainable” or “organic cotton”? Myth A piece of clothing made with certified organic cotton may be labeled as "sustainable/organic" VS fact FALSE Labeling a garment as "sustainable/organic" because it is made with certified organic ... ECGTD General Mar 31, 2026
Ilse Roosens Greenwashing: How will it be regulated in the short term? Of Green Claims Directive (GCD)aimed to provide more transparent, reliable, and verifiable information about the environmental impacts and sustainability of products. The directive included specific r... ECGTD General Mar 24, 2026
Ilse Roosens Repair or recycling? Myth "Repairing a piece of clothing is a form of recycling" VS FACT FALSE Manufacturing and recycling are often used interchangeably, but they mean something completely different. + Manufacturing and ... EPR, PRO General WFD Mar 17, 2026
Ilse Roosens What does the new Euratex Position Paper on the Digital Product Passport say? Summary The introduction of the Digital Product Passport (DPP) will significantly change the European textile and fashion sector. At Creamoda, we are closely monitoring this and actively communicating... DPP ESPR Mar 16, 2026
Ilse Roosens Digital Product Passport (DPP) for clothing mandatory in 2027? Myth "In 2027, all clothing must have a DPP" VS Fact FALSE "At the earliest in 2029, a DPP will be required for clothing" + No → Not in 2027 . The obligation for a DPP for clothing is expected... DPP ESPR Mar 12, 2026
Ilse Roosens The EU agenda for circular textiles: an overview. The EU Sustainable Textile Agenda transforms the textile and clothing sector through a series of legislative measures aimed at promoting sustainability, transparency, and circularity. Various key regu... EU Textile Strategy General Feb 13, 2026
Ilse Roosens Unsold or returned items? The ESPR and Unsold Consumer Goods ( Regulation – EU – 2024/1781 – EN – EUR-Lex ) + Why does the ESPR address the destruction of unsold products? The destruction of unsold consumer products: Wasted re... ESPR Proh. Dest. Unsold Goods Feb 12, 2026