"Sustainability Standards News" News Archive

Bluesign’s latest revision takes into account the latest scientific knowledge regarding the toxicological and ecological profiles of substances.

The PEFC Guide is a comprehensive resource championing sustainability, urging responsible cellulosic fibre sourcing, promoting transparency, and guiding stakeholders towards a greener path.

USDA has introduced new procedures to address false animal-welfare claims on meat packaging while facing challenges in verifying claims and proposing actions for enhanced documentation.

WWF's comprehensive benchmarking exercise evaluates how cotton standards such as Better Cotton, Cotton Made in Africa, Fairtrade International relate to critical sustainability issues.

Common Share is an influential initiative aiming to establish a universal protocol for responsible and sustainable supply chains, empowering standard owners and promoting data normalization.

OEKO-TEX® and ZDHC collaborate to drive sustainability in the textile industry, promoting responsible production, safer materials, and streamlined certification through data sharing and aligned programs.

Certifications for sustainable cosmetics ensure environmental responsibility, uphold ethical and social standards, enhance transparency and consumer trust, and drive industry-wide innovation toward a greener future.

The newly introduced chain of custody standard by Better Cotton represents a major milestone in the ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable and transparent cotton supply chain.

Building trust in sustainability standards requires a combination of factors, including transparency, credibility, and independent verification. CommonShare’s Standard Owner Benchmark provides the solution for consumers to find sustainable products from brands they trust.

Better Cotton raises its standards by revising its principles and criteria that farmers must meet to certify their cotton, after having completed its latest eighteen-month review in February.