California’s green claims laws combat “greenwashing” by prohibiting misleading environmental marketing, notably through SB 343 (restricting the chasing arrows symbol and recyclability claims to genuinely recyclable items) and AB 1305 (requiring disclosures for certain carbon offset and climate-related claims), supported by broader consumer protection laws like the UCL, CLRA, and BPC § 17580.5, holding companies accountable for unsubstantiated claims about being “eco-friendly,” “biodegradable,” or “net zero”.
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) is a U.S. federal law that targets forced labor and human rights abuses in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China. It was signed into law in December 2021 and is designed to prevent products made with forced labor from entering the United States.
California’s Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024 (SB 707) requires clothing brands and textile producers selling products in California to join an approved PRO and pay “eco-modulated” fees based on the volume and sustainability of their goods. Landbell USA is the designated PRO for SB707.
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The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), which entered into force on 18 July 2024, is the cornerstone of the Commission’s approach to more environmentally sustainable and circular products.
Products and the way we use them can significantly impact the environment. Consumption in the EU can, therefore, be a major cause of climate change and pollution.