The EU generates 60 million tonnes of food waste annually, costing €132 billion, and 13 million tonnes of textile waste. A provisional agreement on the Waste Framework Directive sets reduction targets for food waste by 2030, but farming is exempt. Some member states excel in food donation, while high-end venues waste good food. The textile sector lacks specific targets but will be regulated under Extended Producer Responsibility. The EU aims to curb illegal textile waste exports and promote circularity in the fashion industry. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)