Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)

The EU Commission is holding a workshop on Friday 18th October in Brussels on the revision to the Textile Labelling Regulation. Christopher Stopes, GOTS Representative to the EU, is participating in the workshop. GOTS has been working to get organic fibres protected through the labelling regulation! Organic textiles and natural fibres, such as cotton and wool, have a lower environmental impact than synthetic fibres. Make sure to follow us here on LinkedIn to stay updated with our staff's activities!

Meet GOTS at ChromaTex Chem 2024 in Mumbai!   Regional Representative in South Asia, Ganesh Kasekar, will be hosting our very own GOTS Booth at this special event all about chemicals and dyes in Mumbai! Mark your calendars for 21st & 22nd of October and pay Ganesh a visit.   ChromaTexChem is a groundbreaking event catering to the colorant industry, which plays an essential role in textiles, leather, paper, plastics, food, cosmetics, paints, inks and more. This trade show brings together suppliers of colorants, speciality chemicals, and buyers from diverse industries, with a primary focus on textiles.   Please read more about ChromaTex Chem here: https://lnkd.in/di4Nk5gp   Make sure to #goGOTS by keeping up to date with our activities 💚🙌🏻 • • • • #nogreenwashing #sayyestogots #2024 #field #fashion #fromfieldtofashion #meetgots #organictextiles #eco #fair  #sustainable #behindtheseams

Sustainable Textiles – Where Theory Meets Practice! This semester, students from the International School of Management, Germany(ISM) in Stuttgart, are collaborating on an exciting hands-on project with GOTS and our Representaives Susanne Diener (Representative in DACH) and Franziska Dormann (Head of Representatives). Our goal: understanding sustainability certifications in a more comprehensive way and increase their appeal to different target groups. Based on their own data collection, they will develop practical recommendations. Participating in this project are passionate students from the Global Brand & Fashion Management, Tourism & Event Management, and Marketing & Communication Management programs. We look forward to inspiring insights and fresh ideas for the sustainable textile industry! GOTS is proud and excited to be part of this project!  • • • • #BTS #BEHINDTHESEAMS #nogreenwashing #sayyestogots #2024 #feld #mode #organic

Do you live in the United States? We need your support!    Global Standard is thrilled that the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed GOTS be added to the Recommendations of Specifications, Standards and Ecolabels for Federal Purchasing, which gives federal purchases guidance on buying more sustainable products.   Why is this important? GOTS could become the first-choice standard in federal purchasing, and GOTS certified goods could become a significant part of the U.S. public procurement for textiles. This will be a win for GOTS-certified brands!   How can you help? The EPA is currently accepting public comments on the proposed updates until October 16, 2024. We need your valuable input to support us in making it a reality. Make sure to submit your comments here:  https://lnkd.in/drxmXTrH • • • • #nogreenwashing #sayyestogots #2024 #field #fashion #organic #eco #fair

Don‘t miss this job opportunity to join our global organisation:  Global Standard is still looking for a Head of Quality Assurance! Make sure to have a look at the job description and apply today! https://lnkd.in/dGMf-DCz

GOTS Representative in DACH Susanne Diener and Public Procurement Specialist, Aleksandra Czajka, recently attended the 25th Beschaffungskonferenz in Berlin. The Procurement Conference focuses on the professionalisation of public procurement, addressing strategic goals such as supply security, sustainability, and compliance with procurement law. It provides both high-level insights and practical help, fostering dialogue between experts and participants to enhance understanding and practices in public sector purchasing. Czajka stresses: “I am happy to participate in this unique event, engage in talks and exchange ideas on how GOTS can foster a more sustainable textile procurement practices.” Susanne Diener spoke on a panel and responded to the Bertelsmann study on the "intention-action gap" in sustainable public procurement. She highlighted that while sustainability goals are widely accepted, actual progress in sustainable procurement remains limited. Factors such as overwhelmed procurement offices and a high need for security hinder progress. Susanne highlights the need for using quality labels as a practical solution to validate and support sustainable procurement processes. Thank you for everyone at the conference who visited the GOTS booth. We are looking forward to next year’s conference and further events to get in direct contact!  • • • • #nogreenwashing #sayyestogots #2024 #field #fashion #fromfieldtofashion #meetgots #organictextiles #eco #fair 

Meet a true frontrunner in textiles: FC St. Pauli von 1910 e.V. from Germany! The GOTS-certified football club is leading the charge for sustainability with their GOTS certification. It’s not just about environmental care — it's about making a positive impact. 🌍⚽ They’ve boldly focused their sustainable merchandise range on products, featuring the iconic skull logo and powerful motto: "The street wears St. Pauli." Explore #BehindTheSeams and discover FC St. Pauli’s incredible journey towards a fairer, greener future! 🌱💪  Let’s meet the makers of the GOTS-certified soccer merch, listen to their beliefs and motivations and get some #BehindTheSeams impression of how the club practices fair play during the game and from the sidelines!  • • • • #BTS  #BEHINDTHESEAMS  #nogreenwashing #sayyestogots #2024 #field #fashion #organic #eco #fair

Today marks EU Organic Day! Global Standard and Organic Cotton Accelerator are calling on industry leaders to support farmers transitioning to organic cotton. Through the #BehindTheSeams campaign, we emphasize the importance of aiding growers during the shift to organic farming and educating consumers about choosing "organic in-conversion" cotton. Read our press release: https://lnkd.in/d3PdZRVE And make sure to have a look at our website for more: https://lnkd.in/gbhJuPZC •  •  •  •  #BTS   #EUOrganicDay  #OrganicLiving  #SustainableFuture  #GOTS  #OCA  #organicfarming   #sustainable   #UNSDG  #textileprocessing

#BehindTheSeams starts at the very source of textile products!   Today marks EU Organic Day 2024! Together with Organic Cotton Accelerator, GOTS celebrates the organic sector's growth and encourages textile businesses to support farmers convert to organic growing practices through OCA’s Farm Programme – which transforms how the industry sources organic cotton by empowering famers and boosting availability!    “Organic in-conversion" represents a unique opportunity for the textile industry to lead the way in sustainability!   For the textile industry, supporting "organic in-conversion" products is an investment in the future! By integrating these fibres into your value chain, you’re not just meeting immediate needs—you’re securing the future availability of organic fibres in a market where they are increasingly scarce. Additionally, you can assure your customers of the integrity and transparency of your sourcing practices.    By choosing "organic in-conversion" fibres, you are supporting 35,000+ in-conversion farmers, positioning your company as a leader in sustainable innovation. Transitioning to organic farming requires significant knowledge and resources that no farmer should face alone. Brands that commit to purchasing in-conversion cotton are investing in these supports, resulting in certified crops with significant environmental and economic benefits. This proactive approach will not only enhance your brand’s reputation but also contribute to a more sustainable textile industry.    As part of the European organic movement, we're thrilled to celebrate this day and share the benefits of organic living. Join OCA and GOTS to embrace the principles of health, ecology, social responsibility and care. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/gbhJuPZC •  •  •  •  #BTS   #EUOrganicDay  #OrganicLiving  #SustainableFuture  #GOTS  #OCA  #organicfarming   #sustainable   #UNSDG  #textileprocessing 

🎙️NEW PODCAST EPISODE: Monitoring organic cotton from space🚀 Our host Philip Berman sits down with Claudia Kersten, managing director of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) to discuss a #cotton monitoring project which is literally out of this world. GOTS is working alongside the European Space Agency - ESA and artificial intelligence specialist Marple to monitor Indian #organic cotton crops from space – using #AI and #satellite imagery to verify #farming techniques and identify fraud. 💡Listen to Ecotextile Talks wherever you get your podcasts, or for free here👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/evrjJa5a