Fixing fast fashion: France will pay you to repair your clothes
Summary
France has started a program that pays people to repair their clothes to reduce waste. Since 2023, over one million clothing repairs have received a discount of up to €25 each.Key Facts
- France throws away about 700,000 tonnes of clothing every year.
- The French government offers a Repair Bonus that gives up to €25 off per repaired clothing item.
- The program began in 2023 to help extend the life of clothes and reduce waste.
- Over one million clothing repairs have been subsidized under this scheme so far.
- The scheme encourages people to fix clothes instead of throwing them away.
- This effort is part of France’s broader goal to fight fast fashion and its environmental impact.
- French lawmakers recently passed laws targeting fast fashion companies like Shein.
- Some French stores have ended partnerships with fast fashion brands after public criticism.
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