ESG Sustainable Procurement News and Updates
"Cotton Sustainability" News Archive
Sustainability Standards News
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.
|August 1st, 2023|2:31 PM
British Retailer Marks & Spencer Leads in Sustainability Reporting
The prominent retailer based in the U.K. prides itself on transparent sustainability reporting, regularly distributing its supply chain operations and sourcing material information.
|March 30th, 2022|3:35 PM
Sustainable Supply Chains
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.
|May 4th, 2023|2:14 PM
Sustainable Materials
Stella McCartney is More Sustainable than Ever with Vegan Sneakers
Saving the world is what iconic fashion brand Stella McCartney has aspired to do since the British designer founded her brand more than two decades ago.
|November 3rd, 2022|12:22 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Better Cotton Revises its Certification Criteria in Response to Greenwashing Concerns
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.
|April 25th, 2023|10:29 AM
Sustainable Materials
Jack & Jones Strengthens its Commitment to Organic Cotton
Jack & Jone’s “Bestseller” brand is increasing its commitment to sustainable cotton this year. The brand expects to "significantly" increase its use of direct-to-farm cotton by 2023.
|February 14th, 2023|3:20 PM
Sustainability Governance
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Has Tracked over 3 Million Kilos of Sustainable Cotton
Recognized by the Textile Exchange, the trusted and renowned standard holder COTTON USA™ uses the latest blockchain technology to successfully ensure sustainable cotton production.
|April 3rd, 2023|12:05 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Knickeys: How this Brand is Reclaiming the Male Gaze
Knickey CEO Cayla O’Connell on reclaiming the male gaze, representing all female-identifying bodies, and ethical clothing production.
|May 4th, 2022|5:06 PM
Sustainable Supply Chains
How Pact Manufactures the Best Organic Cotton Commodity Products
Manufacturing in India, the Colorado brand meets Fair Trade certification standards for its ethics in production as well as its sustainability efforts, along with its support of the GOTS label.
|November 21st, 2022|4:34 PM
Sustainable Supply Chains
Sustainable Materials
Pioneering Africa's Cotton Revolution: A Collaborative Initiative Tackling Farming Challenges Head-On
The primary objective of the Innovations Club is to drive practical and impactful solutions toward revitalizing African smallholder farming ecosystems, as Cotton Made in Africa and the African Cotton Foundation unite for a sustainable future.
|June 8th, 2023|12:08 PM
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Ethical Consumerism
C&A Joins Forces with Recover for a New Recycled Collection
German fashion retailer C&A has recently introduced an exciting new collection crafted from recycled cotton, a result of collaboration with the Spanish materials science company, Recover, showcasing C&A’s commitment to sustainability by utilizing textile waste.
|May 9th, 2023|7:08 AM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Meet Pact, Manufacturer of ”The Earth’s Favorite Fiber” Organic Cotton
Partnered with Fairtrade, the Colorado-based brand has put organic cotton on the map by ensuring its garments are completely organic and ethically produced.
|May 5th, 2022|2:57 PM
Ethical Consumerism
Ralph Lauren to Support Regenerative Farming Practices in Cotton Production
The Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation and the Soil Health Institute announced a grant to launch the U.S. Regenerative Cotton Fund to remove one million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent from the atmosphere by 2026.
|December 21st, 2022|4:00 PM