About PROs

A Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) is a business that supports producers to meet their regulatory obligations.

In California, under the Textile EPR program (SB 707), producers are required to join an approved PRO. This organization focus on:

• Ensuring the collection of textile waste in all affected communities and regions.
• Providing compliant waste management and resource recovery for the collected textiles.
• Implementing robust sorting and processing infrastructure.
• Exploring and developing new textile recycling technologies.
• Educating the public about proper textile disposal, the importance of textile recycling, and how to participate in the program.
• Representing producers before regulatory authorities.

A company is considered a producer if they supply textiles into the California market. This includes producers, importers, and brand owners.

Producers are required to provide a yearly report providing information on the quantity of textiles they have placed on the market.

The PRO will set out the costs based on the fees associated with the collection, recycling, and processing of the end-of-life textiles.

• Compliance: Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and avoids potential penalties.
• Cost-effectiveness: Provides access to efficient and cost-effective collection, sorting, and processing infrastructure.
• Reduced administrative burden: Handles many of the administrative tasks associated with EPR compliance.
• Access to expertise: Provides access to experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of EPR regulations and best practices.
• Support with program development and implementation: Assists with the development and implementation of effective textile recycling programs.
• Improved brand reputation: Demonstrates a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.