STVgoDigital: A Digital Product Passport Solution

Abstract

The Textile & Clothing sector is a significant global industrial sector with substantial environmental and social impacts, particularly in developing countries. Addressing sustainability challenges and promoting transparency and traceability within the industry’s value chain have become critical objectives. To this end, the European Commission has introduced the Digital Product Passport strategy, aiming to minimize the industry’s carbon and environmental footprint by providing consumers with transparent information. In this context, the STVgoDigital project – PPS1, developed in Portugal, focuses on implementing traceability for textile and clothing products, presenting a possible solution for the Digital Product Passport. The project’s goal is to enhance transparency and accountability in the textile industry, empowering consumers to make more conscious and informed choices. By combining traceability and the Digital Product Passport, the textile sector seeks to reduce its environmental impact and promote sustainable practices both within the European Union and globally. This work highlights the results of the STVgoDigital project – PPS1, showcasing the potential for transforming the textile industry towards a more sustainable and responsible future.