Developed by MedWaves, the UNEP/MAP Regional Activity Centre for Sustainable Consumption and Production (formerly SCP/RAC), in collaboration with Innovation House, S.L., and funded by the European Union’s Switch Asia Programme under Grant Contract ACA/2021/428-471, the manual “Guide to Best Available Practices in Circular Economy for the Textile Sector” aims to equip companies with the tools and knowledge necessary to effectively implement sustainable and circular improvement strategies.

By providing comprehensive guidance and insights into the most effective techniques and practices, the guide empowers businesses to adopt environmentally responsible and economically viable approaches throughout their operations.

Ultimately, the manual seeks to facilitate the transition towards a more circular, sustainable, and socially responsible industry by enabling companies to leverage the best available techniques in pursuit of continuous improvement and positive environmental impact.

The publication includes:

  • Best Available Techniques (BAT)
  • Regulatory guidance (EU & global)
  • Circular business strategies tailored to textile MSMEs

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