Twice the Number of Companies Responsibly Sourcing Cotton

Cotton production

• involves 250 million people
• requires vast amounts of water
• relies on water polluting chemicals
• involves child or forced labor 

Good news!

Overall sustainable cotton sourcing has increased from 21% to 25% in the past 2 years, a significant improvement for an industry of this size. During that time period, twice as many companies began engaging in improved practices.

Corporate leaders of the movement

Marks & Spencer, Adidas, Ikea, and H&M

The Sustainability Times | More market leaders are using sustainably produced cotton