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Brand & Retail Forum: Brussels

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This forum was a unique opportunity to connect with EU policymakers and industry leaders, and explore the future of sustainability in the consumer goods industry.

Date & Time
December 04 2024 | 09:00 - 18:00 (CET)
Location
Brussels, Belgium

Brand & Retail Forum: Brussels 2024

December 4, 2024 | Sofitel Brussels Europe Hotel

As the EU embarks on a new five-year electoral mandate, this forum was an opportunity for attendees to connect with policymakers and industry leaders, and explore concrete actions for a sustainable transition in the consumer goods industry.

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Immersive EU Experience

We were delighted to offer attendees of the Brand & Retail Forum: Brussels an exclusive opportunity to join us for an Immersive EU Experience at the European Parliament. Co-hosted with Policy Hub-Circularity for Apparel and Footwear, and supported by European Parliament policy makers, this special event provided a rare opportunity to gain insights into EU legislative processes and connect with policy experts and industry leaders.

This experience provided attendees with unique access to high-level legislative insights, an opportunity to network with policy experts and industry leaders, and gain a deeper understanding of the legislative landscape impacting the consumer goods industry.

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Detail of the facade of the European Parliament 'Paul Henri-Spaak' building via Unsplash.

Policy Dialogue in Action: Finding Common Ground for a Sustainable Consumer Goods Industry

This theme emphasized the importance of connecting diverse viewpoints – whether from policymakers, industry leaders, or stakeholders – to create a unified approach to tackling the challenges and opportunities in the consumer goods industry. It highlighted the role of the forum in fostering collaboration and driving forward-thinking solutions.

Key Topics

  • EU Policy State-of-Play: Insights into the latest EU legislation impacting textiles and apparel.
  • Sustainable & Fair Supply Chains: Navigating the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) and leveraging the Higg Index for impactful supply chain strategies.
  • Future of Sustainable Products: Understanding the ESPR and Green Claims Directive to enhance product transparency and sustainability claims.
  • Effective Sustainability Reporting: Best practices for aligning with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and utilizing Higg tools for compliance.
  • Waste & Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR): Preparing for EU Waste Framework Directive changes and implementing circular economy practices.
  • Global Policy Perspectives: Examining international policy trends and their influence on global supply chains, including EU-led sustainability initiatives.
  • Partnerships for Open Supply Data & Supply Chain Transparency: Leveraging open data and strategic collaborations to strengthen human rights due diligence and supply chain transparency.

Prepare to engage in discussions that will shape the future of sustainability and ensure your business is at the forefront of industry developments.

Who Attended?

  • Brands and retailers in the apparel, footwear, textiles, and broader consumer goods sectors
  • EU policymakers willing to join industry leaders in a collaborative dialogue, understand concerns within the sector, and explore solutions to drive a sustainable transition
  • Public affairs professionals navigating legislative changes in the consumer goods industry
  • Compliance and sustainability experts focused on advancing industry standards
  • Higg Index users looking to stay ahead of tool developments
  • Representatives from NGOs, MSIs, and Academia contributing to the conversation on sustainability and policy
  • Manufacturers and suppliers looking to understand how legislation impacts their business and those of their brand clients

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