EU Bans Destruction of Unsold Clothes and Shoes Starting July 2026
The European Union will ban the destruction of unsold clothes and shoes starting July 2026 as part of the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). The rule applies first to large companies, with smaller firms following later. The move aims to reduce waste and promote sustainable practices in the retail and fashion sectors.
Topics: EU regulation fashion industry retail sustainability waste reduction