About Cascale
Cascale is the global nonprofit alliance empowering pre-competitive collaboration to combat climate change and support decent work in the consumer goods industry. Formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, Cascale stewards and governs the Higg Index frameworks, modules, and methodologies, while Worldly delivers the technology platform through which they are implemented globally. Cascale also recently acquired the Better Buying and Sustainable Furnishings Council tools.
Cascale unites over 300 retailers, brands, manufacturers, governments, academics, and NGO/nonprofit affiliates around the globe through one singular vision: To catalyze impact at scale and give back more than we take to the planet and its people.
Cascale membership connects action to impact.
Unlock exclusive benefits: member-only discounts to Worldly and industry resources, expert training, exclusive events, policy insights, tailored guidance, and a thriving global community. Plus, help shape the future of the Higg Index.
Cascale’s Higg Index Tools
In 2009, Walmart and Patagonia joined forces to develop a universal approach to measure sustainability performance and drive collective action. These tools became Cascale’s Higg Index, exclusively available on Worldly and accessed by over 40,000 users worldwide. Today, the Higg Index is a trusted and best-in-class toolset accelerating our collective work to Combat Climate Change and Support Decent Work for All.
Our tools include the Higg Index Brand & Retail Module (Higg BRM), Higg Facility Environmental Module (Higg FEM), and Higg Product Tools (Higg PM and Higg MSI).
Cascale Member Case Studies
Find out how joining Cascale has made an impact on our members and their sustainability journeys.
Fast Retailing: Turning Data Into Supply Chain Action
A signal is only useful if someone acts on it — here’s how UNIQLO’s parent company turns standardized data into decarbonization, traceability, and long-term supplier partnerships at scale.
October 28, 2026
Cascale Case Study: Gokaldas Exports
How Golkaldas turns sustainability investment into tangible business performance.
September 01, 2026
Using Data to Drive Sustainability
How Coats uses the Higg FEM to measure environmental performance, engage suppliers, and advance circularity across global operations.
August 13, 2026
Cascale’s Reach
Together, we’re working towards a more equitable and restorative consumer goods industry. Learn about what we’re doing and the impact we’re making.
Become a Cascale Member
Events
Higg FEM 2026 Launch Webinar
November 05
Join Cascale and Worldly on November 5 for an in-depth look at Higg FEM 2026 and what’s new for the year ahead.
Q4 Climate Community Meeting
November 19
The Climate Action Community is part of Cascale’s Communities of Practice and provides Brand & Retailer members with a consistent space for shared learning and peer exchange on climate-related topics.
Better Cotton Initiative Conference 2027
January 25-27
Join Better Cotton from Monday 25 – Wednesday 27 January 2027 for the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) Conference, taking place in Marrakech, Morocco.
Resources
Sustained Higg FEM Engagement Helps Facilities Cut Emissions
Higg FEM data shows engaged facilities cut Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 22 percent, as Cascale launches the Higg FEM 2026 assessment update.
November 05, 2026
Cascale Attends OIA Catalyst 2026
Cascale joined outdoor industry leaders at the OIA Catalyst Conference in October.
November 04, 2026
Cascale Celebrates SFC’s 20th at October 2026 High Point Market
Cascale’s Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC) marked its 20th anniversary at High Point Market in High Point, N.C., convening more than 60 home furnishings leaders October 16 and 17 at the event where the organization was originally founded.
November 02, 2026
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