Phil Patterson

As many readers will know, I have the privilege of chairing the ZDHC MRSL council, a group of highly skilled, professional experts that determine what have become the de facto global standards for chemical inputs into textile and leather processes.

YORK –  The Eco-Design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) is overarching EU legislation and, as part of this, EU-based manufacturers or EU-based importers will have to complete a Digital Product Passport (DPP), which includes information such as details of production routes, water and energy use, and carbon footprint, as well as product durability and ‘Substances of Concern’ (SoC).

My parents were both teachers, my brother is a doctor, and my wife is a clinical psychologist. So, what’s the difference between my family and many experts operating in the world of ecotextiles? Put simply, my family members had to get very specific qualifications to work in their chosen careers, without which, they would need to find different careers – or break the law. Already have an account? Log In Explore all our independent journalism from as little as 30p per day.