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The European Union's regulatory framework

This section outlines the EU's framework for achieving climate neutrality and sustainable resource use under the Green Deal. The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), the Digital Product Passport (DPP), and the EU Textile Strategy are key initiatives aimed at promoting circularity, transparency, and reduced environmental impact across sectors. These measures are designed to support the transition towards a more sustainable and resilient economy.

Green Deal

Circular Economy Plan

Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)

Digital Product Passport (DPP)

EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles

Regulatory timeline

Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 enters into force

Publication of the Regulation (EU) 2024/1781

The Ecodesign for Sustainable Product Regulation (ESPR) establish a framework for the setting of ecodesign requirements for sustainable products, amending Directive (EU) 2020/1828 and Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 and repealing Directive 2009/125/EC.

Presentation of the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles and the Ecodesign for Sustainable Product

The EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles addresses the production and consumption of textiles, whilst recognising the importance of the textiles sector.

Regulation (EU) 2021/1119 enters into force

Delivering of the European Green Deal

Publication of the Regulation (EU) 2021/1119

The European Climate Law establish the framework for achieving climate neutrality.

Adoption of a Circular Economy Action Plan

Presentation of the European Green Deal