The European textile industry faces environmental and economic  challenges, including low profit margins, strong international  competition, and strict environmental regulations. 

♻️A major issue remains textile waste, with nearly 7 million tons generated annually in Europe.  

In its roadmap brochure for the textile sector, the Cradle-ALP project outlines a structured transition towards a circular economy, presenting  specific measures for the short-term, mid-term, and long-term periods.