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Online Module on End of Life of the Textile Products

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16 December 2025

Online Module on End of Life of the Textile Products

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This module looks at what happens to garments at the end of their life and the environmental and socio-economic impacts of textile waste. It stresses the need for sustainable waste management and introduces circular economy solutions such as reuse, recycling, and upcycling, enabling learners to reduce waste and support a more sustainable fashion industry.

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W4TEX Project Website
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W4TEX Project

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Armenia

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Bulgaria

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Cyprus

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Denmark

Estonia

EU-27

Finland

France

Georgia

Germany

Greece

Hungary

Iceland

Ireland

Italy

Kosovo

Latvia

Liechtenstein

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Malta

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Norway

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Portugal

Romania

Serbia

Slovakia

Slovenia

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

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  • Transition Pathway's building blocks

    • Skills

    • Social dimension

    • Sustainable competitiveness

  • Industrial ecosystems

    • Retail

    • Textile

  • Textiles ecosystem areas

    • Fibres, yarns and fabrics

    • Apparel and clothing accessories

    • Household/interior textiles

    • Technical textiles

    • Leather and fur

    • Footwear

    • Research and Innovation

    • Technology and Machinery

    • Waste management, reuse and repair

    • Business support and Communication

    • Not area specific (interested in more than one of the above)

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This module explores what happens to garments at the end of their life and the environmental and socio-economic consequences of textile waste. Learners study the impact of discarded clothing on ecosystems, communities, and resources, highlighting the importance of sustainable waste management.

The unit also presents circular economy solutions, including reuse, recycling, and upcycling strategies, empowering participants to implement measures that reduce waste and promote a more sustainable and circular fashion industry.

Learn more at https://www.w4tex-project.eu/

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Online Module on End of Life of the Textile Products
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