GOTS 2024 certifications climb 5%, version 8.0 in progress
The year concluded with 15,441 GOTS-certified facilities in 87 countries, as verified by 26 GOTS-approved certification bodies, according to its…
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GOTS joins Make the Label Count to boost textile sustainability
Global Standard hopes to bring its considerable knowledge and leadership skills to the Make the Label Count coalition with a…
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ISEAL grant boosts GOTS auditor training in human rights due diligence
The ISEAL grant is designed to establish an ongoing education framework for GOTS auditors and a training course on GOTS…
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Global apparel sector urged to consult on GOTS’ ‘next era’
Global Standard managing directors Claudia Kersten and Rahul Bhajekar explained “Global Standard is excited for the next era of GOTS…
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Global Standard’s GOTS makes it into US EPA Recommendations framework
EPA’s Recommendations have been established to assist federal buyers in identifying and acquiring products and services that are environmentally preferable.…
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GOTS auditor handbook aims to aid ethical practices in apparel sector
This new handbook was compiled by Global Standard, the organisation responsible for overseeing GOTS, in collaboration with the Hague-based UpRights…
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Textile industry urged to boost support for organic cotton growers
As part of September's #BehindTheSeams campaign, GOTS and OCA are highlighting the need to increase the supply of organic fibres…
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GOTS AI project for organic cotton detection deemed successful
GOTS explained this project addresses critical industry challenges by aiming to boost the availability of organic cotton while safeguarding fibre…
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Supply chain disruption warning on Intertek’s partial GOTS suspension
Intertek Testing Services' partial suspension from GOTS is due to alleged "serious lapses," however the certification body is keen to…
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Explainer: Is GOTS certification vital for fashion sustainability?
Sustainability and ethical practices are becoming increasingly important in the fashion industry and certifications play an important role in building…
