Cascale, formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, is gearing up to host an event in Brussels on December 4th. The purpose of this event is to provide insights and discussions on current and upcoming EU regulations that are relevant to the apparel and footwear industry.
Worldly, a platform that offers insights and data on supply chain sustainability and is the exclusive licensee of the Higg Index, is sponsoring this event called the Brand & Retail Forum: Brussels. Cascale emphasizes the importance of understanding and complying with rapidly changing regulatory environments to ensure business compliance with existing laws and to prepare for the future. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) are highlighted as key examples of evolving regulations that need to be navigated.
The central theme of the forum, “Policy Dialogue in Action: Finding Common Ground for a Sustainable Consumer Goods Industry,” underscores the collaborative effort required to create a sustainable path forward. Cascale sees regulations as a driver for significant progress and is actively working with stakeholders like Worldly to address any discrepancies between the Higg Index and new legislation.
Key discussions at the Brand & Retail Forum: Brussels event will focus on legislation in the textiles sector, the implications of green claims and ESPR for businesses, CSRD reporting standards, compliance requirements, and reporting strategies, as well as global policy developments and their impact on business operations.
Participants at the event will have the opportunity to engage with EU leaders, network with policymakers and industry influencers, and gain insights into current and future EU laws. Additionally, there will be an exclusive side event at the European Parliament on December 5th, offering a deeper understanding of legislative procedures and networking opportunities with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs).
Organized in collaboration with Policy Hub-Circularity for Apparel and Footwear and supported by MEPs Saskia Bricmont, Alice Kuhnke, and Thomas Bajada, the event aims to provide insight into EU legislative processes. A dialogue session with representatives from Cascale and Policy Hub will focus on sustainable practices, legislative influences on consumer goods, and the commitment to fostering sustainable policies.
Speakers at the forum will include industry experts and representatives from organizations such as the European Commission, Textile Exchange, the European Parliament, FESI, AAFA, and more. Cascale’s executive vice-president, Andrew Martin, highlighted the importance of collaboration between policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders to drive the transformation of the apparel and textile sector towards sustainability and social justice.
In conclusion, the Brand & Retail Forum: Brussels provides a crucial platform to shape the sustainability conversation for the future and work towards a more sustainable and equitable consumer goods industry. Cascale and Worldly’s recent analysis on California’s new climate laws showcases their commitment to staying ahead of regulatory changes and driving sustainability in the industry.
