Sweden Textile Water Initiative (STWI) started in 2010 as a joint project between textile and leather retail companies in Sweden and Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI). As of May 2012, 32 companies have joined STWI.
The project focuses on water issues in the supply chains of textile and leather retailers with the aim contributing to wiser water management, from thread and raw hide to product. During its first two years, the STWI companies have formed working groups on topics such as production technique, wastewater treatment, pollution prevention, and policy engagement, which have served as platforms for a learning process and knowledge exchange.
STWI has now published its guidelines for sustainable water and chemical use in the textile and leather supply chains. These guidelines will be used by the companies in their communication with suppliers.
STWI Guidelines Document
Read the Short Version of the Guidelines document.