Tunisia develops roadmap for transition to green economy

The textile industry in Tunisia has recently produced a plan that describes the actions required to guarantee a smooth shift to a green economy. This was reported by Tunis Afrique Presse, a partner of TV BRICS.

Technical committees set up to oversee the "Green Transition of Tunisian Textiles" project – a ground-breaking programme spearheaded by the the Tunisian Textile and Clothing Federation (FTTH) with the goal of advancing the ecological sustainability of the country's textile sector – developed the roadmap.

By 2030, the programme hopes to recycle 90 per cent of wastewater, use 100 per sent renewable electricity, cut corporate carbon dioxide emissions by 30 per cent, reduce textile waste by 50 per cent, and certify 100 textile enterprises.

The roadmap was created after being signed on May 2 to facilitate the transition of the Tunisian textile industry to year-round, environmentally friendly operations. It lays out parameters for the sector's shift to a green economy.

Soon, further regulations and limitations are expected to be implemented. To preserve and improve the position of Tunisian textile exports, FTTH is working tirelessly to adhere to standards and pursue sustainable development.

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