The European Commission has adopted new measures under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) to stop the routine destruction of unsold clothes and shoes — aiming to cut waste, reduce CO₂ emissions, and encourage more circular business practices.

A circular economy replaces “take-make-dispose” with reuse, repair, remanufacturing, and recycling. Learn how lifecycle thinking and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) help measure impact and design products for long-term value.