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Clip from Episode 16 with Rachel Van Metre Kibbe on the Americas Act. Here she explains how the De Minimis Loophole allows fast fashion companies like Shein to import products so cheaply. Find more info on the podcast episode as Rachel discusses her work at CSG (Circular Services Group) and ACT (American Circular Textiles). #AmericasAct #CircularFashion #SustainableFashion #Policy #FastFashion

Bipartisan Bill Aims to Spur a $14 Billion Domestic Circular Economy In an unprecedented move of unity, Republicans and Democrats have come together to introduce a groundbreaking bill that could revolutionize the U.S. textile industry. 🤝 The Americas Act, co-sponsored by Sens. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), proposes a substantial $14 billion investment to foster a domestic circular economy. This initiative is not just about economic growth; it's about sustainability and taking a stand against the environmental impact of textile waste. 🌿 Here's what the bill includes: $10 billion in preferential loans for textile reuse and recycling $3 billion in grants for manufacturing support programs $1 billion for R&D in textile use and recycling $100 million for public education on the circular economy The focus is clear: reshoring manufacturing, incentivizing businesses through tax reductions, and competing globally while creating sustainable solutions. 🏭♻️ "The Americas Act holds the potential to catalyze a resurgence in the U.S. job market and elevate our competitive stance globally," stated Rachel Kibbe, CEO of CSG (Circular Services Group). "It's a strategic move that not only aims to boost our economy but also to create a fertile ground for private investment." The journey for the Americas Act has just begun, and its timing during a presidential election year is noteworthy. Yet, the need for such legislation is pressing, as demonstrated by the recent bankruptcy and subsequent acquisition of Renewcell, a leader in circular textiles. Let's keep an eye on this bill as it makes its way through Congress. It could mark a significant shift towards a more sustainable and resilient economy. 🇺🇸 🔗 Read more here, https://lnkd.in/enMrpnZR #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #TextileIndustry #Bipartisan #Legislation #Innovation #EconomicGrowth #GreenBiz

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This week, American Circular Textiles Group (ACT) sent a letter to the Biden-Harris Administration, urging their sustainable product and procurement strategy to include circular textiles. By prioritizing textile circularity, we can drive sustainable job growth in the United States and support initiatives that divert America's fastest-growing waste stream away from landfills. https://shorturl.at/cem59 thredUP The RealReal Rent The Runway FASHIONPHILE Arrive Recommerce SuperCircle H&M Recurate Reformation Debrand America's Best Cleaners Sortile Thrilling

Thank you Vogue Business for the #voguebusiness100 mention, and most of all thanks to all our growing team, advisors, clients, partners and collaborators who make our policy advocacy and circularity advisory work possible. https://t.co/QR97OhZMRD

“Recycling textiles is more complicated than recycling yoghurt containers because textiles incorporate so many material blends,” says Rachel Van Metre Kibbe, founder of CSG and policy coalition at American Circular Textiles group (ACT). “In order for recycled fashion to become the norm, the cost of producing recycled textiles in our apparel, footwear and accessories will need to achieve price parity with virgin materials. Efficient and accurate textile sorting is a critical missing link to cost-effectively scaling circularity efforts.” https://lnkd.in/gMzF9mMN?