France, Austria, Finland, and the Netherlands are leading efforts within the EU to tackle the harmful impacts of 'fast fashion’, Euronews Green reports.
They propose measures to impose levies on companies promoting disposable clothing, aiming to curb the environmental damage caused by the industry's rapid growth.
The joint initiative calls for amendments to extend producer responsibility schemes, holding companies accountable for their products' environmental footprint.
Environmental campaigners support this move, emphasizing the need for producer accountability to address textile waste and resource depletion.
France is also drafting national legislation targeting fast fashion retailers, proposing environmental levies and marketing bans.
While the European Parliament supports revising waste directives, final negotiations are expected to extend beyond September. | BGNES