STICT: replicating textile waste prevention in Brussels

A city learning from the best textile programmes in Europe

Brussels is participating in the STICT project (Sustainable Textile Innovation and Circular Transition), which compiles best-practice models for textile waste prevention and management and works with cities to implement and replicate them. Zero Waste Belgium leads the Brussels partnership, bringing evidence-based strategies to local authorities and businesses.

What the project does

• Documents the most effective textile collection, repair, and resale models from across Europe
• Works with Brussels authorities to implement scalable textile waste prevention measures
• Provides a replication toolkit so other cities can adopt proven approaches without starting from scratch
• Connects local repair workshops, clothing swaps, and upcycling organisations into the city's circular textile network

How to engage

• Brussels residents: find local textile repair workshops and clothing swap events through Zero Waste Belgium
• Textile businesses and retailers in Brussels: contact Zero Waste Belgium about participating in the STICT circular model
• Other municipalities: request the STICT replication toolkit to adapt the Brussels approach to your context

Why it matters

Textiles are among the fastest-growing waste streams in Europe. Brussels joining STICT means a dense, fashion-forward city is building infrastructure for repair and reuse: sending a signal to the industry and giving residents real alternatives to disposal.

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• Lead: Zero Waste Belgium + STICT project partners
• Report chapter: ZWE State of Zero Waste Municipalities, 5th edition