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 Sustainability
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 Sustainability
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 Sustainability
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 Sustainability
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 Sustainability
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 Sustainability
Ilse Roosens Retexbel, ready to tackle textile waste management in Belgium Thursday, October 16 – The amount of textile waste has significantly increased in Europe in recent years, partly due to the digitalization of the retail sector. Buying textiles has never been easier t... EPR, PRO WFD Oct 21, 2025 Sustainability
