Stuttgart, Germany – The following statement was issued today by Global Standard, the non-profit that owns and operates the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS):
“We are pleased to announce the formation of a 25-member Standard Revision Committee (SRC) to oversee the revision of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) to Version 8.0.
The revision process adheres to our Standard Setting Procedure, which ensures a robust and inclusive approach. The SRC comprises experts representing diverse stakeholder groups, operating under defined terms of reference to collaboratively shape the revised standard. Member selection follows the principles outlined in the GOTS Stakeholder Identification Document.
Public consultation on the draft standard shall commence 2nd January 2025.
For further details on the SRC members and the revision process, please visit our official revision webpage.”
1 January 2025