The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) has applauded a new European Parliament vote to fight misleading ‘green’ labels on textiles. 

This initiative enforces stricter rules for companies making environmental claims, ensuring they provide evidence to support their assertions of sustainability. By requiring transparency and accountability in labeling practices, consumers will be empowered to make more informed choices about the environmental impact of their purchases.

With its latest iteration, GOTS Version 7.0, the standard sets forth rigorous criteria to safeguard human rights, labor conditions, and environmental sustainability throughout the textile supply chain. 

Companies adhering to GOTS guidelines and obtaining certification demonstrate their dedication to sustainability and ethical business practices.

For over twenty years, overseen by the non-profit Global Standard, GOTS has been at the forefront of promoting responsible textile processing methods. Through its comprehensive approach, GOTS provides businesses with the tools and guidelines necessary to comply with both domestic and international regulations. Consumers who purchase GOTS-certified products can trust that stringent sustainability standards have been met during production.

Furthermore, GOTS welcomes the directive's focus on private environmental labels, urging for reliability, transparency, independent verification, and regular review processes. As the proposal moves into the 'trilogue' phase, where European Union institutions finalise regulations, GOTS advocates for continued progress in this direction. 

The organisation remains vigilant in monitoring the implementation of these requirements, ensuring that environmental claims in the textile industry are substantiated and trustworthy.