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"Cotton Modal" News Archive
Deadstock: What is it and How Do Brands Make Use of it?
Using deadstock fabrics is an efficient and creative way for fashion brands to significantly lower their environmental impact.
GOTS Production Process Recognized in Green Button 2.0
GOTS has met Green Button 2.0 requirements, affirming its dedication to sustainable manufacturing and wet processes.
Better Cotton Advances Regenerative Farming in India
Last week in New Delhi, stakeholders from various sectors came together at an event sponsored by Better Cotton to promote collaboration and sustainability in Indian agriculture, aiming to protect the environment and improve the lives of small farming communities.
Why CommonShare's Standard Owner Benchmark is a Game-Changer in Sustainability
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.
Cotton Australia's Innovative Approach to Textile Waste Management
Cotton Australia is leading a pioneering effort to recycle used cotton textiles by incorporating them into the soil, offering a sustainable solution to the fashion industry's waste challenge.
Aid by Trade Foundation Introduces the New Regenerative Cotton Standard
The Aid by Trade Foundation has introduced the Regenerative Cotton Standard (RCS), an innovative approach aimed at addressing challenges in the cotton and textile industry for the benefit of both textile companies and cotton farmers.
WWF Compares the Six Leading Sustainable Cotton Standards
WWF's comprehensive benchmarking exercise evaluates how cotton standards such as Better Cotton, Cotton Made in Africa, Fairtrade International relate to critical sustainability issues.
Lawmakers Investigate Adidas and Nike Over Forced Labor Allegations
Sportswear brands Adidas and Nike, along with Chinese retail giants Shein and Temu, have been challenged by US politicians about the possible use of forced labor in their supply chains.
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US Cotton Trust Protocol Partners with Averum for Enhanced Verification
The US Cotton Trust Protocol has partnered with Averum to enhance its expanding membership of ecologically grown US cotton and intends to collaborate with Control Union Certifications to enhance third-party verifications.
Cotton Made in Africa Achieves Full Implementation of Latest Criteria Across Supply Chain
Cotton Made in Africa successfully implements sustainable cotton production criteria and requirements across its members, emphasizing environmental responsibility, social welfare, and economic prosperity, contributing to a greener and more sustainable cotton value chain.
Top 3 Cotton Standards Procurement Officers Should Include in Sourcing Plan
As only 10-13% of the global cotton supply can be classified as sustainable, it’s imperative that companies understand which standards should be part of a sustainable procurement plan, such as the Better Cotton Initiative, Fair Trade Cotton, and GOTS.