A new report published on 15 October 2021 has revealed the first-ever quantification of global greenhouse gas emissions of Better Cotton and comparable production. The report, conducted by Anthesis Group and commissioned by Better Cotton in 2021, found significantly lower …
This series of public webinars aim to provide you an introduction to Better Cotton, Better Cotton, Better Cotton Membership offer and Better Cotton Platform supplier registration while simultaneously addressing your related queries. Audience: Spinners, Cotton traders, fabric mills, garment manufacturers and other …
After a tenure spanning almost a decade, Joost Oorthuizen, founding CEO of Invest International and former CEO of IDH, The Sustainable Trade Initiative, is stepping down from the BCI Council. Joost Oorthuizen joined the BCI Council in 2012 and has …
Location: Khujand, Tajikistan. 2019. Description: Better Cotton Farmer Sharipov Habibullo delivers training to neighbouring farmers. Together with longstanding partner IDH, The Sustainable Trade Initiative, Better Cotton has launched a new Innovation & Learning Project to seek solutions that will help …
A new report published by Transformers Foundation investigates the use – and misuse – of data on the sustainability of the cotton sector, and aims to equip brands, journalists, NGOs, consumers, suppliers and others with the skills and understanding to …
Today, on World Cotton Day, we are happy to be celebrating the farming communities around the world that provide us with this essential natural fibre. The social and environmental challenges we came together to address in 2005, when Better Cotton …
Better Cotton has launched an ambitious revision of the Better Cotton Principles & Criteria – one of the key instruments of the Better Cotton Standard System, which work together to drive the cotton sector towards a more sustainable, more equitable …
On 4 October 2021, Ecotextile News published “Can cotton cool climate change?”, exploring the role cotton growing plays in climate change. The article looks closely at Better Cotton’s climate strategy and draws from an interview with Lena Staafgard, COO, and …
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 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
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 …
