👕Textile Industry

In the textile industry, staying on top of international frameworks, regulations, and initiatives linked to Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is key to embracing eco-friendly practices. This detailed overview explores the complex world of LCA in the textile industry, providing valuable insights into the various standards, rules, and projects that influence how sustainability is approached, and decisions are made.

Sector-specific Regulation

International

PEFCR Apparel & footwear

builds on PEF(CR)
supports the objectives of the “European Green Deal”
ensures consistency and comparability for product environmental footprint
Tailored rules for 13 apparel & footwear categories
Enhances consistency and comparability of environmental impact between items
PEFCR provides rules to assess circularity in two cases:
1. If the product uses recycled materials.
2. If the product is recycled after use, should it be turned into new garments or used for any other purpose.
PEFCR promotes ecodesign by considering durability and repairability factors as they help extend the lifetime of a product

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Country: France

Affichage Environmental (Environmental labeling)

Regulation in France

From 2024: AE voluntary for textiles and food
From 2025: AE mandatory for textiles and food
From 2027: AE mandatory for furniture and cosmetics

The French environmental labeling system is often viewed as the prototype that will guide the implementation of the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF).
Currently tested environmental representation informs consumers about the environmental impacts of products or services.
It follows a grading system such as A-B-C-D-E, a score out of 100 with potential thematic sub-scores (e.g., climate, biodiversity, resources), or an "environmental cost index," visibly presented on products or services, on shelves, or online
It is calculated over the entire product or service lifecycle according to a validated reference system.

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Generic regulations and Frameworks

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