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In just over 10 years we have become the world’s largest cotton sustainability programme. Our mission: to help cotton communities survive and thrive, while protecting and restoring the environment.
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Better Cotton is grown in 22 countries around the world and accounts for 22% of global cotton production. In the 2022-23 cotton season, 2.13 million licensed Better Cotton Farmers grew 5.47 million tonnes of Better Cotton.
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Timeline The revision of the Better Cotton Principles and Criteria ran for roughly 18 months and consisted of an iterative process of drafting and various stakeholder consultations. It followed ISEAL’s Standard-Setting Code of Good Practice v.6.0, which sets out best practice …
Better Cotton Quarterly | September 2021
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
Better Cotton and Regenerative Agriculture: Our Approach
By Chelsea Reinhardt, Director, Standards & Assurance 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. Many regenerative practices are already woven …
Better Cotton Joins Industry Leaders and Experts to Drive Impact on the Sustainable Apparel Coalition Board of Directors
Last month, Lena Staafgard, COO of Better Cotton 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 …
Summary of the Evaluation of Outcomes in Pakistan 2016
Analysis conducted to identify outcome level deliverables as a result of BCI facilitation in Bahawalpur and Sanghar districts, Pakistan. Developed by APP, 2016.
Measuring Cotton Consumption
Here you will find guidance and requirements on how Better Cotton Members calculate their total annual cotton fibre consumption. Why do I need to calculate my annual cotton fibre consumption? What happens if I miss the deadline for submissions? We answer …
Measuring Cotton Consumption
Here you will find guidance and requirements on how Better Cotton Members calculate their total annual cotton fibre consumption. You will also find guidance on how Retailer & Brand Members can arrange Independent Assessment of their cotton fibre consumption measurements. …
Better Cotton Supplier Training Programme: Turkish
Better Cotton’s Supplier Training Programme (STP) is designed to help suppliers understand Better Cotton’s mission, learn about the Better Cotton Chain of Custody Guidelines which is based on mass-balance administration, and familiarise themselves with the Better Cotton Platform. These webinars have a more technical focus on the business of Better Cotton.
Better Cotton Supplier Training Programme: English
Better Cotton’s Supplier Training Programme (STP) is designed to help suppliers understand Better Cotton’s mission, learn about the Better Cotton Chain of Custody Guidelines which is based on mass-balance administration, and familiarise themselves with the Better Cotton Platform. These webinars have a more technical focus on the business of Better Cotton.
Better Cotton Introduction for Suppliers and Manufacturers
This series of public webinars aim to provide you an introduction to BCI, Better Cotton, BCI Membership offer and Better Cotton Platform supplier registration while simultaneously addressing your related queries.
Supplier Training Programme: Portugese
Better Cotton’s Supplier Training Programme (STP) is designed to help suppliers understand Better Cotton’s mission, learn about the Better Cotton Chain of Custody Guidelines which is based on mass-balance administration, and familiarise themselves with the Better Cotton Platform. These webinars have a more technical focus on the business of Better Cotton.
BCI Update on Measuring and Reporting Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Join us for an update on BCI’s work to measure and report greenhouse gas emissions. During the webinar we will share the results of global research and analysis conducted in collaboration with Anthesis. This will include insight into progress with the quantification of GHG emissions of Better Cotton production, identification of key drivers, and exploration of recommendations for reducing emissions.