SLF partner meeting to address key industry challenges
The Sustainable Leather Foundation (SLF) will hold its Annual Partner Meeting on December 3, at the University of Northampton. The event will be available both in person and virtually, offering access to a broader audience.
The meeting will feature updates on the Foundation’s recent work and presentations on critical issues facing the leather industry. Key speakers include Gustavo Gonzalez-Quijano, Secretary-General of COTANCE, who will present findings from the "Pisa Study," exploring the impact of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) on leather production and trade.
Kevin Latner, Vice-President of the Leather and Hide Council of America, will discuss sustainable leather production, with a focus on waste reduction and science-based solutions.
Dr. Oluwaseyi Omoloso, Senior Lecturer at the University of Northampton, will introduce the Leathertrace Bangladesh project, aimed at implementing digital traceability systems to enhance sustainability in Bangladeshi tanneries.
Hans W.J. van Haarst, Corporate Director of ESG at SHV Holdings, will provide insights into preparing for CSRD and CSDDD compliance. He will discuss the challenges and opportunities these regulations present, stressing that compliance is crucial not only for large companies but also for smaller players in the supply chain.
Katie Kutskill,Business Operations and Strategy lead for the Is It Leather? global campaign, will also give a presentation addressing common misconceptions in the leather industry and how to better communicate the sector’s potential for sustainable growth.
The event is open to all stakeholders, including non-partners, providing valuable insights into regulatory changes and sustainability initiatives in the leather industry. Registrations are currently open.
