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<p>The Government’s Resources & Waste Strategy for England identified textiles
as a priority sector for action. We fund Textiles 2030, a voluntary partnership with
industry to reduce the environmental impact of textiles, with signatories covering
over 62% of all clothing put on the UK market. This programme is underpinned by ambitious
science-based targets, including halving the carbon footprint of new products and
reducing the water footprint by 30%, both by 2030.</p><p>Our landmark Environment
Act 2021 provides general powers to introduce Extended Producer Responsibility schemes,
design standards and require information on the resource efficiency of products, which
will enable us to act more effectively</p><p>With those powers in mind, we are considering
what wider framework of policy measures could best help reduce the environmental footprint
of fashion and building our evidence base. This could include options to reduce waste
through increased producer responsibility for goods at end of life, measures to drive
increased reuse and longevity of garments as well as better product design and information
standards to support consumers to make the most environmentally friendly choice.</p>
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