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New EU regulation: Dispose of old clothes correctly in Barnim now!
From 2025, used textiles must be collected in Barnim. The aim is to promote the circular economy and reduce waste.
New EU regulation: Dispose of old clothes correctly in Barnim now!
A new era for old textile collection is upon us! From the beginning of 2025, there will be a mandatory regulation in the EU that aims to make better use of collected used textiles and thus strengthen the circular economy. As the Barnim.de reports, in the future not only wearable clothing, but also other textiles such as bed linen, curtains and towels will be placed in the used clothing containers, provided they are still usable.
“There’s something there,” when you consider that around 92 million tonnes of textile waste are generated worldwide every year – and around 5.8 million tonnes in the EU alone. A large part of this waste is caused by the fast fashion trend, in which items of clothing are often only worn 7 to 8 times. This new EU strategy is intended to encourage the textile industry to make clothing and other textiles more durable, repairable and recyclable, as well as the Eur-Lex clarified.
Use of the collection points in Barnim
In the Barnim district, citizens can not only hand in their old textiles in the used clothing containers, but also at nine recycling centers. Drop-off here is free of charge. It is important to pack the old textiles in bags and only throw clean, wearable items of clothing and shoes tied together in pairs into the containers. However, heavily soiled or broken textiles should be placed in the residual waste bin so that the collection points do not become littered. Some communities in the district are forced to remove containers in order to stop the increasing amount of litter.
The responsibility for collecting used clothing lies with several non-profit and private organizations. Barnimer Service Company mbH (BDG) supports this process by providing containers from various partners to offer people a convenient drop-off option.
Steps towards sustainability
The European Union has set itself ambitious goals: by 2030, all textile products should be recyclable and made from recycled fibers. This development is not only important for the environment, but also for the social responsibility of companies in the textile industry. The plans also include, among other things, ecological requirements as part of ecodesign, which increases the lifespan and reusability of textiles.
The Circular economy Germany highlights the need to also raise consumer awareness. A growing interest in long-lasting clothing can help curb the trend toward overproduction and overconsumption of fast fashion. The initiators are relying on information campaigns and new business models to promote sustainable transformation in the textile sector.
In summary, the textile industry is at a turning point. Thanks to the new EU regulations and the joint efforts of municipalities and citizens, the potential of used textiles can be better used. The goal is clear: a sustainable, resource-saving future that not only protects the environment but is also socially acceptable.