Last week, Better Cotton welcomed more than 450 participants from 50 countries to the Better Cotton Conference in Malmö, Sweden and online. Together, we examined the overarching conference theme of climate action through a variety of lenses, including gender, smallholder livelihoods, …
There is just one day left to register to attend the 2022 Better Cotton Conference online. Don’t miss out! Register by 5pm CEST on Tuesday 21 June to secure your spot. The packed two-day conference includes a series of keynotes …
With just seven weeks to go until the Better Cotton Conference takes place in Malmö, Sweden and online, we are excited to share details on more inspiring speakers who will be joining us! Join us and hear from speakers across the entire cotton supply …
Better Cotton brings people and businesses together across the cotton sector – to deliver a shared vision for the future of sustainable cotton. We focus primarily on supporting farmers on the ground. But it’s vital that we also drive demand …
Better Cotton brings people and businesses together across the cotton sector – to deliver a shared vision for the future of sustainable cotton. We focus primarily on supporting farmers on the ground. But it’s vital that we also drive demand …
After 10 years of fruitful partnership, Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) and Better Cotton are establishing a new form of collaboration for greater impact. The new set-up between our two organisations will be focused on creating joint projects for smallholder …
In the second half of 2021, Better Cotton welcomed more than 230 new members to its network as organisations across the cotton supply chain seek to collaborate to create a more sustainable future for cotton. As well as working with partners around the world to provide training and support to more than 2.7 …
Better Cotton Quarterly | September 2021 Read the latest news and updates from Better Cotton | Welcome to the September edition of the Better Cotton Quarterly newsletter, where we share our latest news, blogs, events and more. In this edition, you'll notice that we have a brand new look - this follows the exciting launch of the new Better Cotton brand and website earlier in the month. Let us know what you think! NEWS Introducing the New Better Cotton Brand Earlier this month, we launched the new Better Cotton brand and website. This is about more than looks. It’s about finding a stronger place and voice for Better Cotton in line with our strategic ambitions for the next decade. Our new branding and communications will help us to tell the Better Cotton story more powerfully - with passion and purpose - embracing our global leadership role in cotton. VISIT THE WEBSITE BLOG Better Cotton and Regenerative Agriculture: Our Approach Regenerative agriculture seems to be on everyone's radar these days. From new regenerative agriculture certifications to sourcing commitments from big brands, the concept is gaining traction. In our latest blog, Chelsea Reinhardt, Director of Standards & Assurance, discusses regenerative agriculture as it relates to Better Cotton — from how we define it to our approach moving forward. READ THE BLOG NEWS Better Cotton Joins Industry Leaders and Experts on the Sustainable Apparel Coalition Board of Directors Last month, Lena Staafgard, COO, was elected to sit as a Director on the Sustainable Apparel Coalition Board (SAC), representing the Affiliate Category of the SAC Membership. The SAC is a global, multi-stakeholder non-profit alliance for the fashion industry. Lena will be joining a diverse set of stakeholders to drive systemic change across the consumer goods industry. LEARN MORE EVENTS Members Can Register Now for Upcoming Webinar Series Through October and November, we are running a series of webinars for Better Cotton Members. Topics include measuring and reporting GHG emissions, climate change, impact target setting, and Better Cotton's Theory of Change. All webinars offer the opportunity for members to learn more or provide input on Better Cotton's 2030 Strategy. Members can learn more in this video and register via the members-only area of the website. REGISTER TODAY NEWS Upcoming Council Elections Better Cotton’s future is shaped by the BCI Council. The Council sits at the centre of the organisation and is responsible for our strategic direction. The next Council Elections are scheduled for June 2022. All Better Cotton Members will receive the application package in October detailing how and when they may apply for a position on the Council. MEET THE CURRENT COUNCIL More Updates Careers Search and apply for the latest job vacancies and short-term projects at Better Cotton. Apply today Event Register for Textile Exchange's 2021 Textile Sustainability Conference. Register here Better Cotton Members receive a 15% discount - see the members-only area of our website for details. Video Better Cotton Farmers and Partners share their insights on water stewardship for World Water Week. Watch the video Video: The Better Cotton Manifesto Better Cotton is the world’s leading sustainability initiative for cotton. Our mission is to help cotton communities survive and thrive, while protecting and restoring the environment. This email was sent to <<Email Address>> why did I get this? unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences Better Cotton Initiative · Chemin De Balexert 7-9 · Chatelaine 1219 · Switzerland
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Version 1.4, valid from 1 march 2024 Definitions Better Cotton Initiative (Better Cotton) is a multi-stakeholder organisation stewarding the Better Cotton Standard System. Better Cotton is the owner of the Better Cotton Platform and defines these Terms and Conditions. Better …
Better Cotton works with on-the-ground partners to train millions of cotton farmers around the world, supporting them to implement more sustainable farming practices that protect and restore the environment, while also improving their livelihoods. To ensure our programmes are making a difference, …
What is a funding partner? Funding Partners are organisations that fund Better Cotton’s organisational activities, and/or Better Cotton projects at farm level. Funding Partners are more than just financial supporters — their support offers valuable advice and guidance along the …
