Carhartt Transitions to Responsibly Sourced Cotton

Carhartt, renowned for its durable workwear since 1889, has announced a shift toward using responsibly sourced cotton. Partnering with the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and the Better Cotton Initiative, the brand aims to adopt more ecologically progressive and responsibly grown cotton, guided by Textile Exchange.

Through these partnerships, Carhartt will gain full traceability of the U.S. cotton used in its products, enhancing transparency and insights into its supply chain. This move is part of Carhartt's broader strategy to support sustainable cotton farming practices, offering education and resources to farmers.

"Continuous improvement is a key part of our philosophy, which is why we're eager to help our members work towards greater sustainability by providing measurable and verifiable farm-level data, as well as traceability of the U.S. cotton they are sourcing," said Daren Abney, executive director of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol. "We're thrilled that we can support Carhartt on their own continuous improvement journey towards sourcing more sustainable cotton."

Carhartt's transition to responsibly grown cotton marks a significant step in their sustainability journey, complementing initiatives like the Carhartt Reworked resale program, which has extended the life of over 53,000 garments and kept more than 79,000 products out of landfills since its launch in 2023.

"We are thrilled to have Carhartt join us as a Retailer and Brand Member," said Eva Benavidez Clayton, senior director of membership and supply chain here at Better Cotton. "The investment made by Better Cotton Members, though their sourcing of Better Cotton, is an invaluable part of how the program reaches farmers and drives change in the field. We look forward to working together with Carhartt to help them deliver on their sustainable sourcing ambitions, and in turn, contribute to our mission to help cotton communities survive and thrive, while protecting and restoring the environment."