Cotton Incorporated releases Life Cycle Assessment of U.S. cotton
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Updated Oct 9
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What happened
Cotton Incorporated commissioned a comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment of U.S. cotton fiber production. The study found that cotton’s natural fiber composition creates biogenic carbon dioxide storage. Over the past four decades, U.S. cotton growers have reduced soil loss by 45 percent and reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent.
From wwd.com
Why it matters
The findings highlight the environmental progress of U.S. cotton, suggesting it may be considered an eco-conscious and sustainable option by the apparel industry. This information relates to the growing market demand for sustainable raw materials.
From wwd.com
Who's involved
- Cotton IncorporatedCommissioned the Life Cycle Assessment and detailed the environmental progress of U.S. cotton growers
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The entities involved
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Cotton Incorporated
Non-profit organization