A prime alliance has been formed between The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) as they announce their membership in the apparel, footwear and textile industries. Beyond 250 global organizations from several sectors are joined by The Trust Protocol as they commit together to enhance and bring sustainability and transparency throughout value chain.
“During a time of ever-growing supply chain scrutiny, being a member of the SAC is further validation of how the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol is working to set a new standard in more sustainable cotton production,” said Dr. Gary Adams, president of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol. “While our grower members have a long history of sustainable cotton growing practices, they understand the importance of continuous improvement and have committed to meeting bold sustainability targets by 2025.”
Main six key sustainability metrics that will be the focus of The Trust Protocol program will be land use, soil carbon, water management, soil loss, greenhouse gas emissions and energy efficiency.
“We welcome the addition of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol to the Sustainable Apparel Coalition and look forward to its participation in this industry-wide effort in sustainability,” SAC Executive Director Amina Razvi said. “Having the Trust Protocol as part of the Coalition widens the scope of our impact within the industry and accelerates the change we’re making towards responsible industry actions.”
