Leather Working Group

The Leather Working Group (LWG) is a not-for-profit organization responsible for the world's leading environmental certification for the leather manufacturing industry. LWG aims to improve the environmental impact of the leather industry by assessing and certifying leather manufacturers against a set of rigorous standards.

Sustainability

• LWG has developed an environmental auditing protocol specifically for the leather manufacturing industry, which is used to assess the environmental performance of leather manufacturers.
• The organization promotes sustainable and responsible business practices within the leather industry.
• LWG-certified manufacturers are required to meet strict environmental standards, including waste management, water usage, and energy consumption.
• The group is committed to continuous improvement and regularly updates its protocols to reflect the latest environmental best practices.
• However, specific details on carbon footprint calculations and ESG reports are not readily available.