Circular Soundbites

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Circular Soundbites is the place to hear from the people shaping what’s coming next within the many industries and sectors Reconomy reaches. We’ll be talking to key industry experts and insiders, offering up real, practical insight on everything connected to the circular economy. In addition to standalone episodes, Circular Soundbites will also offer dedicated, multi-part series that explore the systems, decisions and day-to-day realities driving real circular progress.

Season 1

  1. Thread Talks: Building the backbone of circular textiles

    EPISODE 1

    Thread Talks: Building the backbone of circular textiles

    The first episode in Circular Soundbites’ Thread Talks series features Alan Wheeler, one of the UK’s leading voices in textile recycling and circular policy. In this episode, Alan shares: The current state of textile recycling in the UKThe impact of upcoming textile Extended Producer Responsibility schemesThe role of policy in shaping reuse and recycling marketsGlobal trade dynamics affecting used textilesPractical steps needed to strengthen circular textile systemsAs the UK and EU accelerate regulatory reform across textiles, eco-design and EPR, this conversation provides essential context for brands, retailers, waste operators and compliance teams. Subscribe to our YouTube channel Learn about our Textile EPR services

    38 min
  2. Thread Talks: Policy and Aligned Regulation

    EPISODE 2

    Thread Talks: Policy and Aligned Regulation

    In this episode, we chat to Ava Kenny-Colwell, the Compliance Manager at UKFT.  UKFT takes centre stage in this episode as we chat about the latest global textile policy landscape. Even without mandatory UK EPR yet, brands face EU pressures like ESPR and national schemes. We will also share insights from France, California, and Australia. You'll share UKFT's view on what's shifting, what brands need to prep for, and how to avoid compliance pitfalls while driving real circularity. We'll cover why regs level the playing field, unlock infrastructure, and move past pilots, plus footwear specifics, eco-modulation, and actionable steps for multi-market brands. Subscribe to our YouTube channel Learn about our Textile EPR services

    30 min
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Circular Soundbites is the place to hear from the people shaping what’s coming next within the many industries and sectors Reconomy reaches. We’ll be talking to key industry experts and insiders, offering up real, practical insight on everything connected to the circular economy. In addition to standalone episodes, Circular Soundbites will also offer dedicated, multi-part series that explore the systems, decisions and day-to-day realities driving real circular progress.

Information

  • Creator
    Reconomy
  • Episodes
    2
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Circular Soundbites
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