In 2013, a Strategic Partnership Agreement was signed between BCI and Cotton made in Africa (CmiA), benchmarking standards and meaning that CmiA can now be sold as Better Cotton, increasing the amount available in the global supply chain. We’re pleased …
We are pleased to announce that Nike have become our 6th BCI Pioneer, having been involved in the Better Cotton movement since 2008. They join a dedicated group of Retailers & Brands deeply committed to the success of Better Cotton, …
In October 2013, WWF commissioned a photographer and film crew to capture some stunning video and photos of the cotton workers and producers of Pakistan. Their voices tell the story of how BCI and WWF have together helped them to …
05.08.13 Forum for the Future www.forumforthefuture.org As international efforts are proving, sustainable cotton production doesn’t just benefit the environment – it also improves the lives of the farmers and their families. Katherine Rowland reports. Cotton has a battered reputation as …
As part of the BBC Radio 4’s Consumer Affairs programme “You and Yours,’ a series of programmes have been aired over the last few weeks exploring the many challenges faced in cotton production in India. In the concluding part of …
We are excited to announce that, as of February 2014, we have added a new category to our membership offer – Travel and Leisure (T&L). A T&L member includes any for-profit organisation using cotton based goods as part of the …
27.01.13 Huffington Post www.huffingtonpost.com Do you know the environmental impact of the shirt on your back?This new video from World Wildlife Fund and National Geographic’s ”Make Each Choice Count” series reveals the environmental effects of textile production. Growing the cotton, …
We’re delighted to announce that Levi Strauss & Co. have become a BCI Pioneer as of January 2014. Levi Strauss & Co. has been a BCI member since 2010, and has now become the 5th Pioneer member. They join a …
In August 2013, following eight months of developing the system, we launched the Better Cotton Tracer (BCT). The BCT is a system used by traders, spinners and retailers to record purchases and sales of Better Cotton. It tracks the movement …
BCI has been working closely with the Sustainable Commodities Initiative on their’State of Sustainability Initiatives’ (SSI) 2014 Review, providing Better Cotton data for their report. The 2014 Review will include 16 leading initiatives operating in the forestry, soy, palm oil, …
Our members and suppliers operate across the cotton supply chain, from field to product. Together, we ensure that the Better Cotton produced by farmers is effectively linked to the global market so its growing demand can be met. They’re progressive, global …
27.11.13 Just-Style www.just-style.com Turkish denim specialist Calik Denim is launching a new eco-denim line to showcase its ongoing sustainability work. Called “Botanical Sense,’ the collection will launch with 20 new natural denims made from organic cotton, BCI (Better Cotton Initiative) …
