Higg Index alternatives

Many other sustainability assessment tools are available in the textile industry. Some of the most popular alternatives to the Higg Index include:

  • The Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) framework is a comprehensive method for assessing the environmental impacts of products throughout their entire life cycle, from raw material extraction to disposal.

  • The Sustainability Assessment of Textile Chemicals (SATC) is a tool that helps businesses assess the safety and sustainability of textile chemicals.

  • The Textile Exchange's Organic Content Standard (OCS) is a certification standard for organic cotton.

  • The Textile Exchange's Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) is a certification standard for responsibly sourced wool.

These are just a few sustainability assessment tools available in the textile industry. The best tool for a particular business will depend on its specific needs and goals.

Comparison of the Higg Index and other alternatives

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