Carhartt Inc. Joins U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol For Sustainable Cotton
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol announced that Carhartt Inc. has become the latest brand to join its sustainable cotton programme. Carhartt, renowned for over 135 years for producing durable gear that serves hardworking individuals, has chosen to partner with the Trust Protocol to enhance its responsible cotton sourcing practices.
Gretchen R. Valade, Director of Sustainability at Carhartt, commented, “We take pride in manufacturing gear built to last with the best materials available. Joining the Trust Protocol is a strategic move towards responsibly sourced materials, aligning with our commitment to leave a positive impact for future generations of hardworking people.”
Membership in the Trust Protocol will enable Carhartt to achieve greater transparency within its supply chain, ensuring full traceability of U.S. cotton used in their products.
Daren Abney, Executive Director of the Trust Protocol, emphasized, “Continuous improvement is integral to our mission. We are committed to supporting our members in their sustainability journeys by providing measurable farm-level data and traceability of U.S. cotton sourcing. We are excited to collaborate with Carhartt as they advance towards sourcing more sustainable cotton.”
This partnership underscores Carhartt’s dedication to sustainability and responsible sourcing practices, reinforcing their legacy of quality and durability while contributing positively to the cotton industry’s environmental footprint.
