“The fashion industry is responsible for 10% of annual global carbon emissions, more than all international flights and maritime shipping combined. At this pace, the fashion industry’s greenhouse gas emissions will surge more than 50% by 2030.” World Bank.
Look for the official seals below on clothing from respected outside organizations with intense vetting processes:
B CORP.
B CORP Certification is the only certification that measures a company’s entire social and environmental performance. This rigorous assessment scores a company’s impact on workers, customers and the environment.
GOTS.
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the worldwide leading textile processing standard for organic fibers, including ecological and social criteria, backed up by independent certification of the entire textile supply chain. GOTS compliant businesses use at least 70 percent organic fibers.
FAIR TRADE USA.
Labels with the Fair Trade USA seal protect workers at all levels of the supply chain and give them $$$ to improve their community- all while being eco-friendly. Fair Trade UA is 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, that sets standards, certifies, and labels products that promote sustainable livelihoods for farmers and workers and protect the environment.