"Europe generates approximately 5.75 million metric tons of textile waste annually, with polyester fibers accounting for around 3.8 million mt. However, he noted a significant lack of reliable data sources on collection rates across the EU, which complicates the management of textile waste. "The packaging sector is much more established, making it easier to track how many bottles are produced and how many are collected. In contrast, he added that the textile industry faces complexities, especially with imported materials, where the exact quantities entering Europe remain unclear. " - said Christian Crépet in the interview with S&P Global. To access the full article, please click here.
