Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) are pleased to share the publication of "Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector” in the European Law Academy Journal. This research outlines the critical role of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) in shaping responsible business conduct and ensuring a more transparent, sustainable, and accountable textile industry. More specifically, the authors describe the opportunities and challenges for the way ahead in its implementation.
The CS3D represents a landmark development in the European Union’s approach to responsible business conduct, transitioning voluntary expectations into binding legal obligations for companies operating within and beyond the EU. By mandating human rights and environmental due diligence, the Directive aims to create a level playing field, enhance supply chain traceability, and promote sustainable corporate strategies.
We recognise the challenges faced by complying companies and supply chain actors, as highlighted in this paper. These include market fragmentation, supply chain complexities, collecting credible data and actionable data at scale and the need for meaningful stakeholder engagement. Addressing these issues requires collective action from policymakers, businesses, civil society, and workers. As organisations committed to advancing sustainability and social responsibility in the textile industry, we emphasise the need for collaboration to ensure the effective implementation of the CS3D
We call on all stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue and proactive measures to support due diligence frameworks that are robust, inclusive, and enforceable. Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) remain dedicated to facilitating industry-wide alignment to understand CS3D’s impact on the textile sector and its implications for EU and global companies.
For further information, please contact:
Marina Prados Espínola | Policy Hub - Circularity for Apparel & Footwear
Tom Mason | Social & Labor Convergence Program
Citation: Espínola, M.P., Mason, T., Rebagliati, S. et al. Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector. ERA Forum (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12027-024-00816-6
Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) are pleased to share the publication of "Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector” in the European Law Academy Journal. This research outlines the critical role of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) in shaping responsible business conduct and ensuring a more transparent, sustainable, and accountable textile industry. More specifically, the authors describe the opportunities and challenges for the way ahead in its implementation.
The CS3D represents a landmark development in the European Union’s approach to responsible business conduct, transitioning voluntary expectations into binding legal obligations for companies operating within and beyond the EU. By mandating human rights and environmental due diligence, the Directive aims to create a level playing field, enhance supply chain traceability, and promote sustainable corporate strategies.
We recognise the challenges faced by complying companies and supply chain actors, as highlighted in this paper. These include market fragmentation, supply chain complexities, collecting credible data and actionable data at scale and the need for meaningful stakeholder engagement. Addressing these issues requires collective action from policymakers, businesses, civil society, and workers. As organisations committed to advancing sustainability and social responsibility in the textile industry, we emphasise the need for collaboration to ensure the effective implementation of the CS3D
We call on all stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue and proactive measures to support due diligence frameworks that are robust, inclusive, and enforceable. Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) remain dedicated to facilitating industry-wide alignment to understand CS3D’s impact on the textile sector and its implications for EU and global companies.
For further information, please contact:
Marina Prados Espínola | Policy Hub - Circularity for Apparel & Footwear
Tom Mason | Social & Labor Convergence Program
Citation: Espínola, M.P., Mason, T., Rebagliati, S. et al. Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector. ERA Forum (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12027-024-00816-6
Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) are pleased to share the publication of "Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector” in the European Law Academy Journal. This research outlines the critical role of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) in shaping responsible business conduct and ensuring a more transparent, sustainable, and accountable textile industry. More specifically, the authors describe the opportunities and challenges for the way ahead in its implementation.
The CS3D represents a landmark development in the European Union’s approach to responsible business conduct, transitioning voluntary expectations into binding legal obligations for companies operating within and beyond the EU. By mandating human rights and environmental due diligence, the Directive aims to create a level playing field, enhance supply chain traceability, and promote sustainable corporate strategies.
We recognise the challenges faced by complying companies and supply chain actors, as highlighted in this paper. These include market fragmentation, supply chain complexities, collecting credible data and actionable data at scale and the need for meaningful stakeholder engagement. Addressing these issues requires collective action from policymakers, businesses, civil society, and workers. As organisations committed to advancing sustainability and social responsibility in the textile industry, we emphasise the need for collaboration to ensure the effective implementation of the CS3D
We call on all stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue and proactive measures to support due diligence frameworks that are robust, inclusive, and enforceable. Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) remain dedicated to facilitating industry-wide alignment to understand CS3D’s impact on the textile sector and its implications for EU and global companies.
For further information, please contact:
Marina Prados Espínola | Policy Hub - Circularity for Apparel & Footwear
Tom Mason | Social & Labor Convergence Program
Citation: Espínola, M.P., Mason, T., Rebagliati, S. et al. Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector. ERA Forum (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12027-024-00816-6
Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) are pleased to share the publication of "Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector” in the European Law Academy Journal. This research outlines the critical role of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) in shaping responsible business conduct and ensuring a more transparent, sustainable, and accountable textile industry. More specifically, the authors describe the opportunities and challenges for the way ahead in its implementation.
The CS3D represents a landmark development in the European Union’s approach to responsible business conduct, transitioning voluntary expectations into binding legal obligations for companies operating within and beyond the EU. By mandating human rights and environmental due diligence, the Directive aims to create a level playing field, enhance supply chain traceability, and promote sustainable corporate strategies.
We recognise the challenges faced by complying companies and supply chain actors, as highlighted in this paper. These include market fragmentation, supply chain complexities, collecting credible data and actionable data at scale and the need for meaningful stakeholder engagement. Addressing these issues requires collective action from policymakers, businesses, civil society, and workers. As organisations committed to advancing sustainability and social responsibility in the textile industry, we emphasise the need for collaboration to ensure the effective implementation of the CS3D
We call on all stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue and proactive measures to support due diligence frameworks that are robust, inclusive, and enforceable. Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) remain dedicated to facilitating industry-wide alignment to understand CS3D’s impact on the textile sector and its implications for EU and global companies.
For further information, please contact:
Marina Prados Espínola | Policy Hub - Circularity for Apparel & Footwear
Tom Mason | Social & Labor Convergence Program
Citation: Espínola, M.P., Mason, T., Rebagliati, S. et al. Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector. ERA Forum (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12027-024-00816-6
Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) are pleased to share the publication of "Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector” in the European Law Academy Journal. This research outlines the critical role of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) in shaping responsible business conduct and ensuring a more transparent, sustainable, and accountable textile industry. More specifically, the authors describe the opportunities and challenges for the way ahead in its implementation.
The CS3D represents a landmark development in the European Union’s approach to responsible business conduct, transitioning voluntary expectations into binding legal obligations for companies operating within and beyond the EU. By mandating human rights and environmental due diligence, the Directive aims to create a level playing field, enhance supply chain traceability, and promote sustainable corporate strategies.
We recognise the challenges faced by complying companies and supply chain actors, as highlighted in this paper. These include market fragmentation, supply chain complexities, collecting credible data and actionable data at scale and the need for meaningful stakeholder engagement. Addressing these issues requires collective action from policymakers, businesses, civil society, and workers. As organisations committed to advancing sustainability and social responsibility in the textile industry, we emphasise the need for collaboration to ensure the effective implementation of the CS3D
We call on all stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue and proactive measures to support due diligence frameworks that are robust, inclusive, and enforceable. Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) remain dedicated to facilitating industry-wide alignment to understand CS3D’s impact on the textile sector and its implications for EU and global companies.
For further information, please contact:
Marina Prados Espínola | Policy Hub - Circularity for Apparel & Footwear
Tom Mason | Social & Labor Convergence Program
Citation: Espínola, M.P., Mason, T., Rebagliati, S. et al. Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector. ERA Forum (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12027-024-00816-6
Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) are pleased to share the publication of "Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector” in the European Law Academy Journal. This research outlines the critical role of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) in shaping responsible business conduct and ensuring a more transparent, sustainable, and accountable textile industry. More specifically, the authors describe the opportunities and challenges for the way ahead in its implementation.
The CS3D represents a landmark development in the European Union’s approach to responsible business conduct, transitioning voluntary expectations into binding legal obligations for companies operating within and beyond the EU. By mandating human rights and environmental due diligence, the Directive aims to create a level playing field, enhance supply chain traceability, and promote sustainable corporate strategies.
We recognise the challenges faced by complying companies and supply chain actors, as highlighted in this paper. These include market fragmentation, supply chain complexities, collecting credible data and actionable data at scale and the need for meaningful stakeholder engagement. Addressing these issues requires collective action from policymakers, businesses, civil society, and workers. As organisations committed to advancing sustainability and social responsibility in the textile industry, we emphasise the need for collaboration to ensure the effective implementation of the CS3D
We call on all stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue and proactive measures to support due diligence frameworks that are robust, inclusive, and enforceable. Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) remain dedicated to facilitating industry-wide alignment to understand CS3D’s impact on the textile sector and its implications for EU and global companies.
For further information, please contact:
Marina Prados Espínola | Policy Hub - Circularity for Apparel & Footwear
Tom Mason | Social & Labor Convergence Program
Citation: Espínola, M.P., Mason, T., Rebagliati, S. et al. Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector. ERA Forum (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12027-024-00816-6
Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) are pleased to share the publication of "Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector” in the European Law Academy Journal. This research outlines the critical role of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) in shaping responsible business conduct and ensuring a more transparent, sustainable, and accountable textile industry. More specifically, the authors describe the opportunities and challenges for the way ahead in its implementation.
The CS3D represents a landmark development in the European Union’s approach to responsible business conduct, transitioning voluntary expectations into binding legal obligations for companies operating within and beyond the EU. By mandating human rights and environmental due diligence, the Directive aims to create a level playing field, enhance supply chain traceability, and promote sustainable corporate strategies.
We recognise the challenges faced by complying companies and supply chain actors, as highlighted in this paper. These include market fragmentation, supply chain complexities, collecting credible data and actionable data at scale and the need for meaningful stakeholder engagement. Addressing these issues requires collective action from policymakers, businesses, civil society, and workers. As organisations committed to advancing sustainability and social responsibility in the textile industry, we emphasise the need for collaboration to ensure the effective implementation of the CS3D
We call on all stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue and proactive measures to support due diligence frameworks that are robust, inclusive, and enforceable. Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) remain dedicated to facilitating industry-wide alignment to understand CS3D’s impact on the textile sector and its implications for EU and global companies.
For further information, please contact:
Marina Prados Espínola | Policy Hub - Circularity for Apparel & Footwear
Tom Mason | Social & Labor Convergence Program
Citation: Espínola, M.P., Mason, T., Rebagliati, S. et al. Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector. ERA Forum (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12027-024-00816-6
Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) are pleased to share the publication of "Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector” in the European Law Academy Journal. This research outlines the critical role of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) in shaping responsible business conduct and ensuring a more transparent, sustainable, and accountable textile industry. More specifically, the authors describe the opportunities and challenges for the way ahead in its implementation.
The CS3D represents a landmark development in the European Union’s approach to responsible business conduct, transitioning voluntary expectations into binding legal obligations for companies operating within and beyond the EU. By mandating human rights and environmental due diligence, the Directive aims to create a level playing field, enhance supply chain traceability, and promote sustainable corporate strategies.
We recognise the challenges faced by complying companies and supply chain actors, as highlighted in this paper. These include market fragmentation, supply chain complexities, collecting credible data and actionable data at scale and the need for meaningful stakeholder engagement. Addressing these issues requires collective action from policymakers, businesses, civil society, and workers. As organisations committed to advancing sustainability and social responsibility in the textile industry, we emphasise the need for collaboration to ensure the effective implementation of the CS3D
We call on all stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue and proactive measures to support due diligence frameworks that are robust, inclusive, and enforceable. Policy Hub and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) remain dedicated to facilitating industry-wide alignment to understand CS3D’s impact on the textile sector and its implications for EU and global companies.
For further information, please contact:
Marina Prados Espínola | Policy Hub - Circularity for Apparel & Footwear
Tom Mason | Social & Labor Convergence Program
Citation: Espínola, M.P., Mason, T., Rebagliati, S. et al. Opportunities & challenges in EU due diligence policy implementation for the textile sector. ERA Forum (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12027-024-00816-6
