Circ, a leading innovator in textile recycling technology, has announced plans to establish a state-of-the-art recycling facility in the Hauts-de-France region. The new plant represents a significant step forward in addressing the global textile waste crisis and advancing circular economy solutions in Europe.
The facility will utilise Circ’s groundbreaking technology to transform mixed textile waste into high-quality raw materials, effectively giving new life to discarded clothing and textiles that would otherwise end up in landfills or incinerators.
“This investment in France marks a pivotal moment in our mission to build a truly circular future for textiles,” said Circ’s CEO. “By establishing operations in Europe, we’re bringing our revolutionary technology closer to both waste sources and manufacturing hubs, significantly reducing the carbon footprint of the textile supply chain.”
The Hauts-de-France location was strategically chosen for its excellent logistics infrastructure, strong industrial heritage, and proximity to major textile manufacturing centres across Europe. The regional government has welcomed the development, highlighting its alignment with local economic revitalisation and sustainability goals.
The facility is expected to create numerous green jobs in the region while processing thousands of tons of textile waste annually. Construction is scheduled to begin later this year, with operations expected to commence in 2026.
This expansion comes as the European Union continues to strengthen regulations around textile waste management, including upcoming requirements for separate collection of textile waste in all member states and extended producer responsibility schemes.
The facility aligns with the EU’s Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles, which aims to ensure that by 2030, textile products placed on the EU market are durable, repairable, and recyclable. The strategy specifically targets fast fashion and establishes ecodesign requirements for textiles.
Additionally, the project complements France’s Anti-Waste Law for a Circular Economy (AGEC law), which prohibits the destruction of unsold non-food items, including clothing, and has established one of Europe’s most ambitious extended producer responsibility schemes for textiles.
Circ is a technology company revolutionising the fashion industry through innovative recycling solutions. Founded with a mission to eliminate textile waste, Circ has developed a proprietary process that can separate and recycle mixed-fibre textiles into their original raw materials.
The company’s technology breaks down polyester and cotton blends, the most common textile combination in the world, into their component parts for reuse in new garments. This closed-loop approach dramatically reduces the need for virgin materials in textile production, cutting down on the industry’s substantial environmental footprint.
Circ has attracted significant investment from major players in both the technology and fashion sectors, and has established partnerships with several global clothing brands committed to improving their sustainability practices. Prior to the French facility announcement, Circ had already been operating a demonstration plant in the United States, proving the commercial viability of their technology at scale.
Website: circ.earth
Location: France
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