France took a step significant towards environmental sustainability in the fashion industry with the announcement of a new evaluation system, similar to the well-known 'Nutriscore' but applied to clothing items.
This system, called 'clothing ecoscore'its main objective is to inform consumers about the polluting footprint of the clothing they purchase.
As reported by the Ministry of Ecological Transition, this new system will be implemented voluntarily starting next fall. However, The possibility of making it mandatory by 2025 is left open.
The textile sector has been identified as one of the main sources of carbon emissions worldwide, representing a worrying 8% of the total in 2016. The French Government warns that, if significant measures are not taken, these emissions could increase to an alarming 25%. % in the next two decades.
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Furthermore, it is noted that each French citizen acquires an average of 48 new items of clothing, thus contributing to an environmental impact considered “ultra-polluting.”
For what purpose will the 'ecoscore' be implemented?
The purpose of this initiative.
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The purpose of the 'ecoscore' is to raise awareness among consumers about the importance of opting for more sustainable clothing. According to French industry data, the production of One kilogram of imported textile generates 54 kilograms of CO2while that produced locally reduces this emission by half.
The 'ecoscore' of the clothes will evaluate several aspects, including emissions during the production and distribution process, water pollution associated with manufacturing, and the durability of materials to discourage the “throwaway” culture.
The Ministry of Ecological Transition indicated that the lower the rating given by the 'ecoscore', the more favorable The evaluated product will be for the environment.
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