Ilse Roosens Does the European Right to Repair Directive also apply to textiles and clothing? False “From 31 July 2026, clothing brands will, under the European Right-to-Repair Directive, have to repair garments, offer spare parts and provide repair services.” VS Reality False. “From 31 July... ESPR Fact Check General Oct 20, 2026
Ilse Roosens Textiles EPR in Europe: Explore the EURATEX PRO Map The European textile sector is preparing for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) , a key requirement of the revised EU Waste Framework Directive (WFD) . EPR makes producers financially responsible ... EPR, PRO Infographics WFD Oct 20, 2026
Ilse Roosens The European DPP Registry is operational: On 17 July 2026, Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1778 entered into force. This made a key building block of the future Digital Product Passport (DPP) legally operational: the European DPP Registry. ... Article/Blog DPP ESPR Oct 20, 2026
Ilse Roosens France’s Environmental Score for Clothing: What is changing? France has introduced a formal framework for the environmental scoring of clothing products sold on the French market. This system is known as the “ coût environnemental ”, or environmental cost, and ... EPR, PRO Eco Modulation WFD Sep 25, 2026
Ilse Roosens A New Precedent for the European Market? What is happening and why does it matter? As of 1 September 2026 , France has introduced a new modulation mechanism within its Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme for textiles, footwear and ... EPR, PRO WFD Sep 4, 2026
Ilse Roosens Ready for 27 September 2026? From 27 September 2026, new rules will apply to sustainability claims and consumer information. For companies, this means that certain product information, marketing communications and points of sale ... ECGTD General Jul 31, 2026
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 Fact Check General Mar 31, 2026