The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) has announced the release of new standards by the International Standards Organisation (ISO) under the numbers ISO 5354 (parts 1 and 2). These standards are aimed at improving the detection of DNA in cotton used for textile production and will replace the previous IWA 32:2019 standard. ISO/DIS 5354-1.2 :…
In April 2024, the environmental non-profit Earthsight released a report highlighting issues in Brazil’s Matopiba region’s cotton industry. In response, Better Cotton commissioned an independent consultant to investigate selected farms. The findings showed no breaches of the Better Cotton Standard. Recently, Earthsight announced a forthcoming “second output.” While the specifics are undisclosed, Earthsight contacted Better…
The Pilot Version 1.0 of the Unified Standard, which seeks to integrate the Climate+ Strategy into Textile Exchange’s standards, streamline a more cohesive system across all standards, and enhance consumer-facing communication, is scheduled for launch on June 11, 2024, from 14:00 to 15:00 (UTC). Since its inception in 2021, the development journey towards the unified…
From November 1, 2024, any industrial facilities that scour and/or dehair ‘SFA-Certified’ cashmere and aim to achieve or maintain certification under the SFA Chain of Custody Standard must also be certified against the SFA Clean Fibre Processing Standard. The Clean Fibre Processing Standard sets out guidelines for ‘first stage’ processing plants involved in washing (scouring)…
At the end of May, the European Union (EU) Council approved three significant pieces of legislation, making a substantial step towards sustainability and green transition goals. These approved regulations aim to support the EU’s eco-friendly policies and economic growth strategies. Net Zero Industry Act On May 27, the Council gave its final approval to the…
Together with Burteks Tekstil, USB Certification proudly hosted the inaugural presentation of the hashtag#BackSwap project in Bursa. This initiative, aimed at fostering a zero-waste working principle and promoting collaborative processes within the textile industry, serves as one of the first examples of the industrial symbiosis approach in our nation’s textile sector.Fully aligned with both EU…
Textile Exchange, with the support of external contractors, has released a comprehensive report, The Future of Synthetics, charting a transformative roadmap toward a more sustainable future for synthetic fibers in the textile industry. Here’s a closer look at the key takeaways and actions. Key Findings: Textile-to-Textile Recycling Current Landscape: Recycled polyester usage rose to 14%…
We are Now Authorized for SFA Chain of Custody Standard ! We are pleased to announce that USB Certification has been authorized as a certification body under the Sustainable Fibre Alliance (SFA) Chain of Custody Standard. This standard is designed to ensure the integrity of fibre production processes, from raw material through to finished product,…
European Union : New ‘Green Claims’ Directive to Combat Greenwashing The European Union has been working on a comprehensive directive aimed at regulating ‘green claims,’ to curb misleading environmental marketing practices, commonly referred to as ‘greenwashing.’ The proposal aims to set strict rules for substantiating and communicating environmental claims, ensuring transparency for consumers. Background:The European…
Revision of GOTS Registration Fees Effective from 1 July 2024 The management of Global Standard gGmbH, in collaboration with the Global Standard Advisory Council, has decided to revise the GOTS fees. The adjustments, which will come into effect on 1 July 2024, aim to support the increasing scope of services provided by Global Standard for…
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