The fIfth webinar in the CISUTAC Sustainability Forum series explored two closely linked topics shaping the future of textile circularity: the Digital Product Passport (DPP) and the role of digitalisation in textile sorting.
Building on the CISUTAC Practical Guide and Checklist for Key Data for Reuse, Repair and Recycling, the session shared practical insights from CISUTAC partners RISE, Texaid and STAM, who are involved in the sorting pilot. This pilot focuses on improving textile sorting for reuse and recycling through a semi-automated decision-support tool designed to support better assessment and classification of used textiles.
During the webinar, participants gained a clearer understanding of what the Digital Product Passport is and how improved access to data can make textile sorting more efficient. The discussion highlighted which types of data are essential for enabling reuse, repair and recycling across the textile value chain, and examined how factors such as fibre composition and chemical content influence sorting and recycling processes. The session also addressed how organisations can begin preparing in practice for the implementation of the Digital Product Passport. Finally, speakers shared key insights and lessons learned from ongoing pilot projects, offering practical perspectives on how digitalisation can support more effective and circular textile systems.
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About the CISUTAC Sustainability Forum
The CISUTAC Sustainability Forum is a webinar series designed to foster knowledge-sharing and dialogue around sustainable practices in the textile sector. Developed as an accessible, modular learning experience, the series explores key topics including the textile decision tree, sorting for reuse and repair, recycling pathways, circular design principles, consumer behavior, and effective consumer interventions. Each session brings together experts, innovators, and engaged stakeholders to unpack practical strategies for closing the loop in textiles and advancing circularity across the value chain. The series aims to support professionals, researchers, and changemakers in building a more sustainable and resilient textile system.