Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI), as a leading chamber in the textile sector in India, is actively engaged in promoting sustainable practices to reduce carbon footprints, eliminate waste, and enhance operational efficiency. CITI’s initiatives include:
Knowledge Sessions and Awareness Programs: CITI conducts knowledge sessions and awareness programs to educate the larger pear group about the best adoptable initiatives in the ESG space.
Cluster Level Training and Capacity Building: CITI provides cluster-level training and capacity building on specific regulations such as CSDDD (Corporate Social and Digital Due Diligence) and HRDD (Human Rights Due Diligence).
Farm Level Training: CITI offers farm-level training on farmers’ rights and financial inclusions to promote sustainable practices in agriculture.
Collaboration with International Partners: CITI collaborates with international organizations like the International Labor Organization, Fair Wear Foundation, IDH, Reverse Resources, and the Ministry of Textiles to work on various sustainability initiatives in the textile industry.
CITI Sustainability Awards: CITI organizes the CITI Textile Sustainability Awards to recognize excellence in sustainability practices within the textile industry. The awards cover categories such as best practices in social responsibility and green practices, innovative material management, best recyclers, best HR practices, best use of alternate materials, sustainable retail practices, and women entrepreneurs leading sustainability and social impact.
In addition to these initiatives, CITI organizes webinars, events, and awareness workshops on ESG to raise awareness and build capacity in the textile and apparel industry, especially focusing on the MSME sector. CITI’s efforts aim to encourage the adoption of sustainable technologies and practices across the industry value chain.
Through these comprehensive efforts, CITI is actively working towards promoting sustainability, raising awareness, and fostering a culture of responsible business practices in the Indian textile