Benefits of membership

For brands:

• Immediate access to an established environmental auditing system that has been developed by the worlds’ leading centre of excellence for the leather industry in conjunction with several major brands and their tanner suppliers
• Reduced manpower and cost requirements to conduct environmental audits
• In depth assessment and measurement of the tanner’s technical/environmental process and the ability to define improvement
• A mechanism that supports the promotion of continual improvement in environmental performance
• Demonstrates your brand’s commitment to environmental protection

For tanners:

• Reduced manpower requirements to manage and supervise during environmental audits
• Input and representation for the tanners during the process
• Reduced costs when preparing for numerous audits from different brands
• Audits conducted by industry experts and hence realistic expectations and measures set
• A mechanism that supports the promotion of continual improvement in environmental performance

For suppliers:

• An opportunity to understand directly the environmental objectives set by the brands and the pressures on the leather sector through third parties
• Input and representation for the suppliers during the process
• Involvement in a forum that supports the promotion of continual improvement in environmental performance
• The opportunity to network and effect positive change in conjunction with industry peers

Interested in joining the LWG?  For details of how to join or for further information about the LWG, see the LWG Membership Proposal or complete the contact form and we will be in touch with you to discuss the group in more detail.