20/05/2025 – From design to consumption
The role of the DPP in the circular economy
The textile industry is known for being highly polluting. According to the European Commission, 12.6 million tons of textile waste are produced annually in the EU.
From next year, manufacturers of clothing and textiles will be obliged to provide all sustainability-related information on each of their products in the form of a digital product passport. According to the EU, this step is intended to promote the circular economy and therefore more sustainable consumption. Philippe Ribera, Vice President Innovation at Lectra, reveals what companies affected need to do. © Lectra/Canva
From next year, manufacturers of clothing and textiles will be obliged to provide all sustainability-related information on each of their products in the form of a digital product passport. According to the EU, this step is intended to promote the circular economy and therefore more sustainable consumption. Philippe Ribera, Vice President Innovation at Lectra, reveals what companies affected need to do. © Lectra/Canva