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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Remarkable Growth and Sustained Progress Across Sustainability Metrics
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol triples its grower membership in three years, with 975 growers on 1.7 million acres, highlighting its dedication to sustainability in the industry.
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.
Carbon Reforestation Restores Family-owned Forestland
The Climate Trust funds and completes the reforestation of 1,222 acres destroyed by Hurricane Michael in Florida's panhandle, showcasing the use of carbon-based finance for restoring family-owned forests.
GreenBlue’s SPC Engage 2023: A Deep Dive into Retailers' Sustainable Commitments
Join SPC Engage 2023 on December 6th - 7th for a transformative deep-dive into retailers' sustainability efforts, where attendees will explore how SPC’s Pillars drive tangible change in sustainable packaging for retailers navigating diverse challenges.
6 Fairtrade Certified Cotton Clothing Manufacturers Leading in Ethical Textiles
Businesses must adhere to three stages: sourcing Fairtrade-certified cotton, engaging certified processors, and meeting Fairtrade standards for production to carry the Fairtrade Cotton Mark.
Leveraging Supply Chain Mapping for Sustainable Operations: Prioritizing Risks and Opportunities
CommonShare's platform revolutionizes supply chain visibility by streamlining compliance and facilitating efficient supply chain tracing, ensuring accurate mapping of detained goods' journeys and enabling companies to streamline compliance efforts.
Are ESG-Compliant Companies More Profitable?
ESG performance is now - and in the future - a differentiating value that has gained weight in recent years, as seen in the efforts by retailers such as Nike, LVMH, Marks & Spencers, and more.
Basketball Legend Seeks USDA's Help to Transform Family Farm Into a Sustainable Agricultural Enterprise
Sampson and other Blakey descendants formed an LLC to restore the family farm and develop it into an agritourism destination for educational purposes.
Formula 1 Marks a Step Forward in Sustainability with Pirelli's First FSC-Certified Tyres
Pirelli leads in sustainability at Formula 1 with groundbreaking FSC-certified tires, prioritizing sustainable natural rubber.
Birla Cellulose and Nanollose Achieve Milestone in Sustainable Fiber Production
Birla Cellulose and Nanollose have achieved a milestone with the successful completion of a third pilot production spin cycle for tree-free Nullarbor and Nufolium fibers, reinforcing their commitment to sustainable textile practices through a jointly filed patent.
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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Remarkable Growth and Sustained Progress Across Sustainability Metrics
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol triples its grower membership in three years, with 975 growers on 1.7 million acres, highlighting its dedication to sustainability in the industry.
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.
Carbon Reforestation Restores Family-owned Forestland
The Climate Trust funds and completes the reforestation of 1,222 acres destroyed by Hurricane Michael in Florida's panhandle, showcasing the use of carbon-based finance for restoring family-owned forests.