Overview of sustainability, common standards, certifications and mandatory ESG requirements

This module provides a comprehensive overview of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. Participants learn how ESG impacts textile value chains and why ESG strategies are becoming essential for regulatory compliance and stakeholder expectations. Key topics include climate protection, human rights, corporate ethics, and practical tools for integrating ESG into business models. The module lays the foundation for companies and professionals to understand, implement, and communicate ESG effectively.

Detailed insight into standards and certifications, focusing on criteria, compliance & Implementation

This module explains how different social and environmental standards are structured and applied in the textile sector. Participants explore certification categories, criteria, control systems, and claims. A standards matrix and visual fact sheets support the comparison and selection of suitable programs. The aim is to equip participants with the knowledge to assess and strategically select certifications aligned with business goals and regulatory demands.

Deep dive into specific sustainability standards, enriched with practical case studies

This module provides detailed insight into selected sustainability standards from the CERTahead portfolio, such as GOTS, OEKO-TEX, amfori BSCI, or MMS. Participants explore criteria, implementation steps, and audit sequences through simulations and case studies. The goal is to build the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for certification audits and successfully implement sustainability requirements in day-to-day operations.

- implementing UN/EU policies (e.g. Green Deal) using independent certifications to validate and improve their sustainability performance.

• ESG / CSR teams
• Marketing teams
• Internal auditors
• Quality assurance, product management & compliance teams
• Consultants
• Project managers
• Owners and C-level executives
• Service providers and agents

Our collaborations with partners like GIZ and leading sustainability initiatives have played a key role in shaping our hands-on, impact-driven training approach. As part of these partnerships, we’ve conducted extensive training programs focused on sustainability, ESG, certification systems, and practical implementation across diverse organizational contexts.

More in-depth insights can be found in our linked Organic Textile Journal article, our LinkedIn post and GIZ Uzbekistan's official updates on the subject.

Founder of it fits, GOTS-approved Consultant, and independent expert in certification and assurance systems – with a strong focus on GOTS, supply chains, auditing, and process optimisation.

Business innovation expert and founder of SYNBELLE GmbH. Specialist in certification strategy - especially in OEKO-TEX and amfori, sustainable business models and digital transformation.