Lowe's Companies, Inc.

"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"

"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"

"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."

"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."

"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"

"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"

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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"

"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"

"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."

"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."

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.

"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."