New EU rules for old clothes: Barnim citizens are required!

New EU rules for old clothes: Barnim citizens are required!

The latest development in old clothing disposal comes from the district of Barnim. From the beginning of 2025 there will be a fundamental change, as announced by the Environmental Office of the district of Barnim . As part of an EU-wide requirement, the collection of textiles is now mandatory. This means that not only clothing, but also other textiles such as bed linen, curtains and towels, if they can be used, can be handed over in old clothing containers. This wants to strengthen the circular economy and use valuable materials in the long term.

A goal of this regulation is to relieve the old clothing containers. In addition, old textiles can be handed over to certain recycling and recycling stations in the Barnim. This is free of charge and enables citizens to dispose of their old textiles in an orderly manner. The correct separation of the textiles contributes decisively to resource conservation and environmental relief.

The problems of the textile industry

The EU strategy for sustainable and circulatory textiles, as described by the European Parliament . Annually impressive 92 million tons of textile waste are incurred every year. In the EU there are 5.8 million tons alone - that corresponds to around 11 kilograms per person. Too often, these waste lands on landfill sponsorship, while less than 1 % are recycled. The EU is now striving to redesign textile production so that all textile products are durable, repairable and recyclable by 2030.

The challenges are huge: the global consumption of clothing and shoes will increase by 63 % by 2030, which could lead to even more waste. Much of textile production is dependent on synthetic fibers such as polyester, which are obtained from fossil fuels. The pressure on sustainability is growing, and there is an urgent need for conscious handling of resources and reducing "Fast Fashion".

The way to the circular economy

The strategy for realizing a sustainable textile industry goes hand in hand with measures that aim at circular economy . In particular, the focus is on clothing, home textiles and shoes. A change is urgently required, since there are currently no sector -specific regulations for textiles. Future measures should aim to promote the use of long -lasting clothing and to reduce the dependence on "fast fashion".

The dialogue between the industry and the federal government is also emphasized. Innovative business models such as Product-As-A-Service are to be tried out to increase the consumption of long-lasting products. Enlightenment campaigns are also planned to raise consumers' awareness and increase the appreciation for high -quality and sustainable textiles.

The transformation of the textile sector is in full swing. The developments in Barnim could be a first step in the right direction and pave the way for a more environmentally friendly future. The citizens are invited to actively participate and to dispose of their old textiles sensibly - because every contribution is part of a better environment in the journey.