The textile reuse and recycling industry welcomes the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles.

The European textile reuse and recycling industry is key to accelerating the transition towards a circular economy in textiles. By preparing for reuse or recycling, the industry gives textiles a second life and saves resources, emissions and energy compared to using virgin textile fibers. In addition, it is a local and labor-intensive industry, relying on a wide variety of skilled professionals.