Show Notes
We speak to Staffan Olsson, Head of Public Affairs at GS1, about the recent developments in EU legislation affecting the textile industry, particularly following the introduction of the Omnibus Simplification Package in February 2025.
What does this all mean?
We speak to Staffan about:
How the Omibus package affects key legislative frameworks CSRD and CSDDD How relaxations in reporting requirements may not diminish the overall sustainability ambition of the EU. Why data and traceability are essential for achieving sustainability goals in the fashion industry. How GS1 aims to inspire the industry to start preparing for sustainability and digitalisation
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