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  • Overall approach
    3/10
    • Overarching commitment on deforestation
      0/4
      Overall commitment
      Commodity-specific commitment - commitment that does not apply to all of the commodities the company is exposed to
      0/4
      Do they have a commitment for other non-Forest 500 commodities, if so which?: No

      Which commodities does the commodity-specific commitment apply to?: Timber
      "Lowe’s commits to source wood that: does not come from deforestation or other ecosystem conversion, which leads to biodiversity loss, including that of rare, threatened and endangered species"
    • Signatory to an initiative tackling deforestation
      1/1
      Signatory
      Yes
      1/1
      They are a participant in the WWF Global Forest and Trade Network
    • Awareness of the value of forests
      1/1
      Awareness
      Yes
      1/1
      "Forests are crucial to life on the planet, supporting plant and animal life; capturing and storing greenhouse gases; and providing food, water, fuel, medicine and livelihoods to billions of people around the world. Lowe’s is dedicated to protecting these critical resources, and we want to do our part to protect them by adopting responsible practices. To do so, Lowe’s implemented our first Wood Policy in 2000 and, since then, we have continued to work with employees and suppliers to safeguard valuable forest resources. Trees are a critical part of our business, so ensuring a long-term, sustainable source of wood is paramount. In addition, we want to hold ourselves and our suppliers to high standards."
    • Deforestation as a business risk
      0/1
    • High-level management of deforestion
      1/1
      High-level management
      Yes
      1/1
      How often does the committee or board meet to assess company's progress on addressing deforestation-related issues?: Unspecified

      Which commodities does it apply to?: Timber
      "SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE Oversees risks associated with environmental and social issues."[...]"Our quality assurance team works directly with suppliers, internal stakeholders and other groups to help ensure product safety and quality. We are actively working with our suppliers to improve the sustainability performance of the products they provide, including pursuing trusted thirdparty certifications with rigorous standards for protecting people, natural resources and the planet"
    • Executive compensation linked to deforestation
      Executive compensation
      No
      0/0
      Does it disclose the percentage of pay at risk?: No
    • Target to reduce emissions from land-use change
      0/1
    • Reporting on emissions from land-use change
      0/1
    • Disclosure of conservation activity
    • Disclosure of reforestation activity
    • Target to reduce emissions in scope 1/2
      Reduce emissions
      Yes
      0/0
      What is the target date for the company to achieve their climate target?: 2025. 2030

      Type of climate target: Other or unclear

      Is this target aligned with/verified by SBTi?: Yes
      "Commitment: → Set a science-based net-zero target in 2022, including near and long-term GHG emissions reduction goals for Lowe’s full value chain, including Scopes 1, 2 and 3 By 2025: → Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 40% below 2016 levels By 2030: → 50% renewable energy for Lowe's facilities → Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% below 2016 levels"
  • Commodity score
    16/90
    • Leather
      8/90
      • Commitment Strength
        0/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          0/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          0/7.5
          • Commitment details
            No traceability commitment
            0/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        4/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Other workers' rights commitments: Living wage

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: NA

          Details of commitment: ILO; UN Declaration for HR; Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association
          "In addition, Lowe’s aligns with the principles set forth in the United Nations Global Compact, the International Bill of Human Rights (including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR)), and the International Labor Organizations (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. This Policy applies to all associates, vendors, suppliers, customers, subcontractors, and other partners who provide services and goods to Lowe’s."[...]"Non-Discrimination...Forced Labor...Child Labor...Working hours are not to exceed the maximum set by local law....Freedom of Association"
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "Non-Discrimination: Vendors shall follow all applicable laws and regulations and shall prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation"
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        4/56
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "Vendors must fully comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and with Lowe’s policies published on its vendor portals, including but not limited to, the Human Rights Policy, Safer Chemicals Policy, Conflict Minerals Policy, and Wood Sourcing Policy. To the extent that Lowe’s policies impose a higher standard than what is required by any applicable law or regulation, Lowe’s policies shall prevail...Lowe’s, whether acting by itself or through a third party, will take affirmative measures such as inspections and audits to ensure compliance with this Code. Vendors must maintain all documentation to demonstrate compliance with this Code and shall make such documentation available to Lowe’s or Lowe’s authorized third-party agent upon request."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Which issues does the grievance mechanism cover?: Social; Environmental

          What is the nature of the grievance mechanism used by the company?: Own mechanism
          "Whistleblower Protection and Non-Retaliation: Vendors shall create programs to ensure the protection of worker whistleblower confidentiality, and to prohibit retaliation against workers who participate in such programs in good faith, or who refuse an order that violates the Code. Vendors shall provide an anonymous complaint mechanism for workers to report any workplace grievances or Code violations in accordance with any applicable laws and regulations. Violations of this Code can be reported confidentially and in a local language. Please contact Lowe’s through one of the following channels: ▪ Via the internet: www.ethicspoint.com ▪ Via e-mail: compliance@lowes.com ▪ Via telephone: 800-784-9592 for the U.S. and Canada; 10-800-120-1239 for Southern China; 10-800-712-1239 for Northern China; 800-964214 for Hong Kong; 001- 8008407907 or 001-866-737-6850 for Mexico; 00801-13-7956 for Taiwan; 1-800-80- 8641 for Malaysia; 001-803-011-3570 or 007-803-011-0160 for Indonesia; 120-11067 for Vietnam; 001-800-12-0665204 for Thailand; 000-800-100-1071 or 000-800-001-6112 for India; 01800-9-155860 for Colombia; 0800-8911667 for Brazil or 503-619-1883 for use internationally."
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          No
          0/5
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
    • Pulp & Paper
      14/90
      • Commitment Strength
        4/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          2/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            If no, what is excluded?: Subsidiary

            What is the rationale for any exclusions?: NA

            What subsidiaries are explicitly excluded?: NA

            What percentage of commodity production/sourcing is excluded?: NA

            What subsidiaries are explicitly included?: RONA
            RONA (subsidiary of Lowe's) Forest Product Procurement Policy "This policy applies to paper products used in our daily operations and those products sold in our network of stores. When RONA buys paper, we look for the following qualities: Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)  The standards supported by the Programme for Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes (PEFC), including: o Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: FSC and PEFC certification
            RONA (subsidiary of Lowe's) Forest Product Procurement Policy "This policy applies to paper products used in our daily operations and those products sold in our network of stores. When RONA buys paper, we look for the following qualities: Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)  The standards supported by the Programme for Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes (PEFC), including: o Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: NA
            RONA (subsidiary of Lowe's) Forest Product Procurement Policy "This policy applies to paper products used in our daily operations and those products sold in our network of stores. When RONA buys paper, we look for the following qualities: Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)  The standards supported by the Programme for Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes (PEFC), including: o Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          0/7.5
          • Commitment details
            No traceability commitment
            0/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        4/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Other workers' rights commitments: Living wage

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Unclear

          Details of commitment: ILO; UN Declaration for HR; Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association
          "In addition, Lowe’s aligns with the principles set forth in the United Nations Global Compact, the International Bill of Human Rights (including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR)), and the International Labor Organizations (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. This Policy applies to all associates, vendors, suppliers, customers, subcontractors, and other partners who provide services and goods to Lowe’s."[...]"Non-Discrimination...Forced Labor...Child Labor...Working hours are not to exceed the maximum set by local law....Freedom of Association"
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "Non-Discrimination: Vendors shall follow all applicable laws and regulations and shall prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation"
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        7/56
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "Vendors must fully comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and with Lowe’s policies published on its vendor portals, including but not limited to, the Human Rights Policy, Safer Chemicals Policy, Conflict Minerals Policy, and Wood Sourcing Policy. To the extent that Lowe’s policies impose a higher standard than what is required by any applicable law or regulation, Lowe’s policies shall prevail...Lowe’s, whether acting by itself or through a third party, will take affirmative measures such as inspections and audits to ensure compliance with this Code. Vendors must maintain all documentation to demonstrate compliance with this Code and shall make such documentation available to Lowe’s or Lowe’s authorized third-party agent upon request."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          What is the nature of the grievance mechanism used by the company?: Own mechanism

          Which issues does the grievance mechanism cover?: Social; Environmental
          "Whistleblower Protection and Non-Retaliation: Vendors shall create programs to ensure the protection of worker whistleblower confidentiality, and to prohibit retaliation against workers who participate in such programs in good faith, or who refuse an order that violates the Code. Vendors shall provide an anonymous complaint mechanism for workers to report any workplace grievances or Code violations in accordance with any applicable laws and regulations. Violations of this Code can be reported confidentially and in a local language. Please contact Lowe’s through one of the following channels: ▪ Via the internet: www.ethicspoint.com ▪ Via e-mail: compliance@lowes.com ▪ Via telephone: 800-784-9592 for the U.S. and Canada; 10-800-120-1239 for Southern China; 10-800-712-1239 for Northern China; 800-964214 for Hong Kong; 001- 8008407907 or 001-866-737-6850 for Mexico; 00801-13-7956 for Taiwan; 1-800-80- 8641 for Malaysia; 001-803-011-3570 or 007-803-011-0160 for Indonesia; 120-11067 for Vietnam; 001-800-12-0665204 for Thailand; 000-800-100-1071 or 000-800-001-6112 for India; 01800-9-155860 for Colombia; 0800-8911667 for Brazil or 503-619-1883 for use internationally."
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          No
          0/5
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          How is compliance monitored?: Internal monitoring and verification systems

          What percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: NA

          How frequently is compliance assessed?: NA

          For what percent of suppliers does the company directly monitor compliance of production or processing operations?: NA

          For what percentage of the commodity sourced by the company is deforestation/conversion monitored at the farm level on production units known to be in the company's supply chain?: NA

          For what percentage of suppliers does the company use/rely on external mechanisms to monitor compliance?: NA
          "As stated in the Responsible Procurement Policy (RPP), RONA will take the required action to monitor compliance with this policy. For details, please see the Verification section of the RPP."
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers but with no time-bound threat of exclusion
          1/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers but with no time-bound threat of exclusion
          1/2
          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No

          What type of support does the company offer to its suppliers to help them achieve compliance with commitments?: NA

          Does the company engage non-compliant indirect suppliers in order to address and remedy non-compliance?: No

          Does the company work with the non-compliant supplier to develop an implementation plan to remedy associated harms or non-compliance?: No

          What criteria does the policy specify for blacklisting or exclusion?: Failure to comply with Forest Products Procurement Policy
          "This policy will be applied in a context of dialogue and continuous improvement. RONA expects that suppliers implement corrective measures to remedy all cases of non-compliance. If necessary, the business relationship with the supplier may be reconsidered."
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
    • Timber
      25/90
      • Commitment Strength
        9/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          3/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "Lowe’s commits to source wood that: does not come from deforestation or other ecosystem conversion, which leads to biodiversity loss, including that of rare, threatened and endangered species[...]"Lowe’s recognizes the following certifications: FSC and all the certifications recognized under the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC), including the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI). Lowe’s gives preference to FSC-certified wood products when they are available and meet product performance and business requirements."[...]"By 2025, 100% of Lowe’s wood products will be purchased from a responsible source, thus either certified or from a controlled source."
          • Target date
            2025
            0.8/1
            Target date
            2025
            0.8/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: FSC Certification
            "Lowe’s commits to source wood that: does not come from deforestation or other ecosystem conversion, which leads to biodiversity loss, including that of rare, threatened and endangered species[...]"Lowe’s recognizes the following certifications: FSC and all the certifications recognized under the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC), including the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI). Lowe’s gives preference to FSC-certified wood products when they are available and meet product performance and business requirements."[...]"By 2025, 100% of Lowe’s wood products will be purchased from a responsible source, thus either certified or from a controlled source."
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: NA
            "Lowe’s commits to source wood that: does not come from deforestation or other ecosystem conversion, which leads to biodiversity loss, including that of rare, threatened and endangered species[...]"Lowe’s recognizes the following certifications: FSC and all the certifications recognized under the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC), including the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI). Lowe’s gives preference to FSC-certified wood products when they are available and meet product performance and business requirements."[...]"By 2025, 100% of Lowe’s wood products will be purchased from a responsible source, thus either certified or from a controlled source."
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          0/7.5
          • Commitment details
            No traceability commitment
            0/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        4/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1

          Details of commitment: ILO; UN Declaration for HR; Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          Other workers' rights commitments: Living wage
          "In addition, Lowe’s aligns with the principles set forth in the United Nations Global Compact, the International Bill of Human Rights (including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR)), and the International Labor Organizations (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. This Policy applies to all associates, vendors, suppliers, customers, subcontractors, and other partners who provide services and goods to Lowe’s."[...]"Non-Discrimination...Forced Labor...Child Labor...Working hours are not to exceed the maximum set by local law....Freedom of Association"
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "Non-Discrimination: Vendors shall follow all applicable laws and regulations and shall prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation"
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        12/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          2/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "Vendors must fully comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and with Lowe’s policies published on its vendor portals, including but not limited to, the Human Rights Policy, Safer Chemicals Policy, Conflict Minerals Policy, and Wood Sourcing Policy. To the extent that Lowe’s policies impose a higher standard than what is required by any applicable law or regulation, Lowe’s policies shall prevail...Lowe’s, whether acting by itself or through a third party, will take affirmative measures such as inspections and audits to ensure compliance with this Code. Vendors must maintain all documentation to demonstrate compliance with this Code and shall make such documentation available to Lowe’s or Lowe’s authorized third-party agent upon request."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Which issues does the grievance mechanism cover?: Social; Environmental

          What is the nature of the grievance mechanism used by the company?: Own mechanism
          "Whistleblower Protection and Non-Retaliation: Vendors shall create programs to ensure the protection of worker whistleblower confidentiality, and to prohibit retaliation against workers who participate in such programs in good faith, or who refuse an order that violates the Code. Vendors shall provide an anonymous complaint mechanism for workers to report any workplace grievances or Code violations in accordance with any applicable laws and regulations. Violations of this Code can be reported confidentially and in a local language. Please contact Lowe’s through one of the following channels: ▪ Via the internet: www.ethicspoint.com ▪ Via e-mail: compliance@lowes.com ▪ Via telephone: 800-784-9592 for the U.S. and Canada; 10-800-120-1239 for Southern China; 10-800-712-1239 for Northern China; 800-964214 for Hong Kong; 001- 8008407907 or 001-866-737-6850 for Mexico; 00801-13-7956 for Taiwan; 1-800-80- 8641 for Malaysia; 001-803-011-3570 or 007-803-011-0160 for Indonesia; 120-11067 for Vietnam; 001-800-12-0665204 for Thailand; 000-800-100-1071 or 000-800-001-6112 for India; 01800-9-155860 for Colombia; 0800-8911667 for Brazil or 503-619-1883 for use internationally."
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting total volume
          3/3
          Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting total volume
          3/3
          What is the non-DCF commodity volume sourced from known production areas, and proportion of total supply chain volume this represents?: NA

          Reporting non-certified/non-compliant volume: 318.42million ft3

          What product types/sectors is this in?: NA

          Reporting certified/compliant volume: 29.58million ft3

          Total volume: 348million ft3
          In their 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report, Lowe's report they sourced 348million ft3 of lumber, 84% from North America 2% from Europe Middle East and Africa, 8% from South America and 6% from Asia Pacific.
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          No
          0/5
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          For what percentage of the commodity sourced by the company is deforestation/conversion monitored at the farm level on production units known to be in the company's supply chain?: NA

          For what percent of suppliers does the company directly monitor compliance of production or processing operations?: NA

          How is compliance monitored?: Certification; Internal monitoring and verification systems

          What percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: NA

          For what percentage of suppliers does the company use/rely on external mechanisms to monitor compliance?: NA

          How frequently is compliance assessed?: Unspecified
          "Lowe’s gives preference to FSC-certified wood products when they are available and meet product performance and business requirements.In circumstances where wood product is not sourced from a certified forest, the supplier must prove that its product comes from a controlled source and demonstrate evidence of compliance with Lowe’s Wood Sourcing Policy."
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
  • Commitment strength
    4/17
    Avg. score
  • Implementation and Reporting
    8/56
    Avg. score
  • Associated Human Rights Abuses
    4/17
    Avg. score

Profile

Lowe’s Companies is a major home improvement company based in the US with operations in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Its products include building materials, appliances, furniture and flooring. Of its sales, the vast majority are in the US. It is one of the largest home improvement chains in the US and worldwide. Lowe's Companies Inc. is selected as a powerbroker for leather, timber and paper packaging.

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