Improving the sustainability of the textile industry and the circular economy through the implementation of Digital Product Passport

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to highlight the theoretical dilemmas and practical challenges associated with the digital passport of products in the textile industry, especially in the context of sustainability and the circular economy. In order for business entities to successfully create and implement sustainability strategies and circular economy models, it is necessary to include a detailed overview of the product life cycle. In this sense, the digital product passport (Digital Product Passport -DPP) in the textile industry is a digital file or database that contains all relevant information about a certain textile product. This paper aims to highlight, through a critical analysis, the importance of DPP, which enables greater transparency for consumers, producers, regulatory institutions and other stakeholders. The research conclusions show that the DPP can be a useful tool in the fight against counterfeiting and illegal trade, as it provides a unique identifier and comprehensive information about the textile product.