LWG and ZDHC announce chemical management collaboration
The Leather Working Group (LWG) and the ZDHC Foundation have announced a collaboration to streamline sustainable chemical management implementation for leather manufacturers.
The collaboration aims to harmonise standards between the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme and the LWG audit standard, specifically on impact areas such as the ZDHC Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL), wastewater, and air emissions.
The collaboration will focus on implementation of the programmes, concentrating on the LWG Audit Standard and ZDHC Supplier to Zero and InCheck Solutions. The aim of the collaboration is to ease the burden on leather manufacturers to comply with multiple standards while still upholding responsible chemical management.
“Through this powerful synergy with LWG that transcends our industries, we pave the way for a sustainable future,” said Janne Koopmans, Collaborations Director at ZDHC. “When joining hands, we not only lighten the load on manufacturers but also create a seismic shift towards positive change in responsible practices.”
“We’re thrilled to unite with ZDHC to enhance efficiency and amplify impact,” said Stuart Cranfield, Director of Standards and Assurance, LWG. “Together, we stride towards a more sustainable leather manufacturing industry worldwide.”
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