INFORMATION ABOUT ORGANIC AND FAIR CERTIFICATES
Certificates & Seals
Overview of all certificates
Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
The GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification is like a seal of approval for our clothing, helping us identify environmentally friendly and fairly produced textiles. Imagine buying a T-shirt that is not only made from organically grown cotton fibers, but was also produced under good working conditions. GOTS ensures that everything from cotton cultivation to processing is environmentally friendly and socially responsible. It also means that workers are paid fairly and work in safe working environments. By choosing a GOTS-certified garment, you are consciously choosing sustainability and fairness.
Global Recycled Standard (GRS)
The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) guarantees that textiles come from recycled materials and are verifiably produced in an environmentally friendly manner. It covers the entire production process – from raw material extraction and processing to packaging. The standard not only verifies the origin of the materials but also social criteria such as fair working conditions. For you, this means: By wearing GRS-certified clothing, you are actively contributing to a sustainable circular economy and supporting responsible textile production that conserves resources and protects the environment.
LENZING – ECOVERO & TENCEL
LENZING stands for sustainable fibers made from wood and cellulose, which are produced with minimal effort. ECOVERO is produced from sustainable forestry and uses up to 50% less water and energy than conventional viscose. TENCEL impresses with its silky-soft feel, high breathability, and biodegradable fiber. Both fibers are particularly environmentally friendly and contribute to a lower carbon footprint. With LENZING-certified clothing, you wear comfort, quality, and sustainability on your skin – modern, conscious, and responsible.
Fair Wear Foundation (FWF)
The Fair Wear Foundation (FWF) certification is a quality seal that promotes fair working conditions in the textile industry. It ensures that clothing is produced under fair and safe conditions. The FWF works with brands, factories, and other partners to protect workers' rights, ensure fair wages, and eliminate abuses. An FWF certificate means that the company is actively committed to social responsibility and ethical standards in its supply chain.
Environmental Justice Foundation
This strengthens the fight against child labor and advocates for workers' rights. Thanks to the "Clean Cotton" initiative, all T-shirts are labeled with a statement indicating the origin of the cotton.
Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Class 1
The Oeko-Tex Standard 100 guarantees the safety of textiles and dyes for human health. Continental Clothing is thus even more committed to environmentally friendly production methods in the manufacture of Earth Positive® Apparel T-shirts.
Soil Association Organic Standard
The Soil Association Organic Standard guarantees that the product has been completely organically processed and produced.
Carbon Reduction Label
Earth Positive is 100% organic, with 90% reduced CO2 emissions. This CO2 reduction is achieved through sustainable organic farming, efficient production and transport, and the use of renewable energy. Thus, one Earth Positive T-shirt saves approximately 7 kg of CO2.
International Labor Organization
The International Labour Organization is concerned with protecting workers and providing jobs to job seekers. Social justice is its top priority.
Our vision is a fashion world in harmony with nature. Since our founding, we have consistently focused on organically grown materials, short and transparent transport routes, and the use of renewable energy. Every decision – from raw materials to packaging – is geared towards keeping our ecological footprint as small as possible. In this way, we demonstrate that fashion can be stylish, high-quality, and responsible all at once. With GREEN SHIRTS, you wear clothes that not only look good but also do good.
We believe that fair fashion begins with the people who make it. That's why we work exclusively with partners who pay fair wages, guarantee safe workplaces, and eliminate discrimination and exploitation. Standards like GOTS and the Fair Wear Foundation further safeguard these values. But for us, responsibility doesn't end with people – nature also deserves our protection. With every decision in the production process, we ensure that we conserve resources, save water and energy, and minimize our environmental impact. This creates fashion that benefits everyone.
Our textiles are made from carefully selected raw materials such as organic cotton, hemp, Tencel™, and linen, which meet the highest standards of comfort and durability. Gentle farming methods, hand-harvesting, and ecological finishing processes result in fabrics that are not only pleasantly soft against the skin but also exceptionally durable. Certifications such as GOTS guarantee that no harmful chemicals or pesticides are used. We also rely on recycled and climate-neutral solutions for shipping and packaging.
Production
Fairly manufactured in Germany, Europe & Asia – with short supply chains and renewable energy. Our partners are audited, work safely, and pay fairly.
Printing process
Branding without compromise: We refine using environmentally friendly techniques, tailored to the motif, durability, and feel.
Materials
Timeless fabrics with a future: organic cotton, linen & hemp, TENCEL™ Lyocell, and recycled fibers. We select materials based on impact rather than trends – skin-friendly, robust, renewable.
Certificates
Verifiable instead of nice-to-have: We work with recognized standards and display them transparently for each product.
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For more than 10 years, we've been dedicated to producing high-quality textiles for companies, teams, and creators – sustainably and fairly produced. At GREEN SHIRTS, we select the best products and finest organic materials from Germany and across Europe – from high-quality everyday essentials to tailor-made premium fashion – all from a single source, starting with small quantities.
