https://xproduct.co.uk/blog Digital Product Passports, lifecycle traceability, blockchain verification, and compliance. en https://xproduct.co.uk/blog/eu-ban-destruction-unsold-clothes-shoes https://xproduct.co.uk/blog/eu-ban-destruction-unsold-clothes-shoes Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:48:53 GMT 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. https://xproduct.co.uk/blog/circular-economy-product-lifecycle-a-practical-guide-with-lca https://xproduct.co.uk/blog/circular-economy-product-lifecycle-a-practical-guide-with-lca Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:54:00 GMT 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.