WTiN speaks with Aimee Campanella, development director for textile EPR at Reconomy about incoming ban of the destruction of unsold apparel clothing accessories and footwear on 19 July 2026. 

Reconomy is a UK-based circular economy specialist, supporting businesses in their compliance journey. 

The textile industry is approaching a period of significant regulatory and operational transformation. In this episode Campanella speaks about the incoming EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), which includes a landmark ban on the destruction of unsold apparel clothing accessories and footwear to reduce textile waste and carbon emissions. 

The ban is coming into place on 19 July 2026. Campanella speaks through what brands and manufacturers need to know and how they can prepare for this regulation. 

We also touch upon Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and how Reconomy can support textiles businesses as they navigate this complex compliance landscape. 

Campanella delves into the resources Reconomy offers businesses such as its Redress programme, which offers services to help businesses understand legal obligations as the EU presses ahead with EPR legislation.

Find out more at reconomy.com.