What AI says about Leather Working Group

Leather Working Group (LWG) is a global not-for-profit multi-stakeholder organisation that sets audit standards for the leather supply chain and certifies manufacturers and other actors to promote sustainable leather production and use. They offer four certification standards—Leather Manufacturer Standard, Leather Trader Standard, Commissioning Manufacturer Standard, and Subcontractor Standard—and maintain programmes such as the Tannery of the Future, plus a searchable database of over 2,200 certified suppliers across 60+ countries, covering about 30% of global finished leather production. LWG focuses on environmental impact, traceability, deforestation due diligence, animal welfare, social responsibility, and chemical management, aiming to drive continuous improvement and collaboration among brands, manufacturers, suppliers, and affiliates.