| | | | As we wrap up the year and prepare to unplug for some well-deserved rest this holiday season, we want to share inspiring stories from across Europe. These examples of hope and progress show that change is not only possible, it’s already happening in many European cities and communities!
Discover how cities are breaking the fast fashion cycle through "Sufficiencity" strategies, repair cafés, second-hand boutiques, and community swap events turning textile waste into opportunities for connection and creativity. Learn how French cities are pioneering solutions to reduce plastic waste, and how Krk Island has emerged as a model for zero waste practices, even in the face of tourism challenges.
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To top it off, explore this collection of resources we developed this year. From practical insights on managing textile and bio-waste to a breakdown of the costs and benefits of zero waste infrastructure, these resources highlight the incredible work happening on the ground across Europe.
| | | | | Breaking the fast fashion cycle: Urban solutions for textile waste | | | Did you know the average EU citizen tosses out 16 kg of clothing each year? In light of the EU-wide mandatory separate collection of textile waste starting in 2025, municipalities have a unique opportunity to turn this challenge into a transformative solution. By aligning textile collection with the waste hierarchy, cities can prioritise local reuse systems, especially for clothing, while fostering sustainability and community resilience.
Our latest research introduces "Sufficiencity," an innovative urban strategy designed to combat fast fashion waste. Through initiatives such as repair cafés, second-hand boutiques, and community swap events, cities can transform textile waste into opportunities for creativity, connection, and environmental progress. Imagine urban spaces where old clothes are given a second life, sustainability thrives through practical action, and communities grow stronger together.
This paper provides municipalities with insights into good practices and lessons learned from textile waste collection across Europe, offering a roadmap to becoming leaders in urban sustainability.
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Krk Island, Croatia, has achieved Zero Waste certification for its seven municipalities' effective waste management. Despite tourism challenges, the island sets a model in Europe. Find out more
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