Let’s begin with this question: Setting aside recycled polyester and organic cotton, what “next generation” sustainable fiber (e.g., bio-based, regenerative agriculture) are you currently most excited about or actively testing?
For example, one of the key policy changes right now across the EU is the implementation of EPR schemes. What is the biggest concern for your organization regarding the new EPR schemes—the financial cost of fees, or the administrative burden of compliance and reporting?
Share your opinion below: Which textile recycling technology—mechanical or chemical—do you see as having the greatest potential for scalability and economic viability in the Mediterranean context over the next five years?
Let’s start the discussion with this: Beyond material choice, what non-aesthetic design feature (e.g., stitch type, fastener, zipper choice) do you believe is most overlooked when planning for a product’s long life and eventual disassembly?
