1.9 Key takeaways

1.9 Key takeaways

A circular textile system keeps materials in use at their highest value for as long as possible.

The butterfly diagram separates biological and technical cycles; inner loops (reuse, repair) preserve more value than outer loops (recycling).

The 6R framework prioritises refuse, rethink and reduce before reuse, repair and recycling.

Environmental, social and economic challenges are interconnected — decisions need life-cycle thinking and awareness of trade-offs.

For SMEs, circularity means practical choices on sourcing, supplier relationships, cost, traceability and recovery infrastructure.

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