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Inspired by the Capital Institute's Third Millennium Economy initiative, this collection highlights those voices - ecological economists, sociologist, finance professionals, environmentalists, community developers - advocating a restructuring of our economy to transition to a truly sustainable economic system.

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Pushing the boundaries of EPR policy for textiles
June 17, 2024

Over 80% of textiles are discarded globally. A circular economy, driven by Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), offers a vital solution. Mandatory, fee-based EPR policies hold producers accountable for collecting, sorting, and recirculating their products, fostering transparency and attracting investment for large-scale reuse and recycling infrastructure.

The latest Circular Economy Show episode explores global challenges and opportunities in textile EPR with experts like Matteo Magnani, co-author of "Pushing the boundaries of EPR policy for textiles." Download the full report for deeper insights: https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/epr-policy-for-textiles. If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a review.