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  • Overall approach
    2/10
    • 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
      Which commodities does the commodity-specific commitment apply to?: Palm oil; Timber; Pulp & Paper

      Do they have a commitment for other non-Forest 500 commodities, if so which?: NA
      Timber and Pulp : "The Policy applies to all woodchip and pulp manufacturing and forest plantation operations by Marubeni and its subsidiaries worldwide.[...] In implementing sustainable forest management, we commit to the following guidelines on the principle of No Deforestation"[...] Palm Oil "Transactions with suppliers ... comply with the NDPE policy *No Deforestation, No Peat, No Exploitation (NDPE): Zero deforestation"
    • Signatory to an initiative tackling deforestation
      1/1
      Signatory
      Yes
      1/1
      Which initiatives?: UN Global Compact
      "Participation in the UN Global CompactMarubeni Group declares its support for the UN Global Compact"
    • Awareness of the value of forests
      1/1
      Awareness
      Yes
      1/1
      ”Forests have high environmental protection functions such as maintenance of biodiversity, soil conservation, and water source recharge.The wood resources supplied from forests are used in various aspects of our lives and have high socio-economic value. Therefore, we recognize the need to “promote sustainable forest management.”
    • Deforestation as a business risk
      0/1
    • High-level management of deforestion
      0/1
    • Executive compensation linked to deforestation
    • 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
      Reforestation disclosure
      Yes
      0/0
      How many hectares of reforestation or restoration are being or have been conducted or facilitated by the company?: 144,850ha
      ”Since 2001, TEFI has been planting acacia, eucalyptus, and other trees at the Pagbilao and Sual power plants in collaboration with local communities around the power plants and NGOs such as the Sioasio EastForest Developers Association. The survival rate is 95%. So far, about 100 hectares have been planted and maintained in Sual, and about 328 hectares in Pagbilao, and TEFI will continue such planting and maintenance activities. Marubeni plans to maintain a total of 144,400 hectares of land that TEFI has been protecting and planting forests and activities over the next four years until the ownership of both power plants is transferred to the state-owned electric power company from 2024 to 2025. We will continue to protect and maintain these forests, and plan to continue our activities with the goal of protecting biodiversity and promoting forest conservation.”
    • Target to reduce emissions in scope 1/2
      Reduce emissions
      Yes
      0/0
      Is this target aligned with/verified by SBTi?: No

      Type of climate target: Net-zero emissions

      What is the target date for the company to achieve their climate target?: 2050
      "Net zero GHG emissions in 2050 By reducing GHG emissions to a level consistent with the 1.5°C target, and by neutralizing (removing GHG) residual emissions that cannot be reduced using internationally recognized means based on nature such as forests and farmlands, and technical means. We aim to achieve net zero GHG emissions by 2050."
  • Commodity score
    19/90
    • Beef
      18/90
      • Commitment Strength
        6/17
        • 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
          6/7.5
          • Commitment details
            Traces to Point of production
            4/4
            Commitment to a traceable supply chain
            Traces to Point of production
            4/4
            When was this commitment set?: NA

            Do they have a traceability commitment which goes back to the birth farm?: No
            "Ensuring traceability The Group's beef business ensures traceability back to farms and feedlot herds. Also imported beef We will also aim for traceability to cattle herds on farms and feedlots."
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "Ensuring traceability The Group's beef business ensures traceability back to farms and feedlot herds. Also imported beef We will also aim for traceability to cattle herds on farms and feedlots."
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        6/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Details of commitment: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          Other workers' rights commitments: Living wage; Only work legal working hours

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "Supply Chain Sustainability Guidelines 1) Legal compliance ‧Comply with the relevant laws and regulations of the country concerned and the countries involved in the transaction. 2) Respect for human rights ‧Respect human rights and avoid inhumane treatment such as discrimination, harassment, and abuse. ‧Do not use child labor or forced labor. ‧Appropriately manage employees' working hours and holidays/vacations, and prohibit excessive overtime work. ‧Comply with the statutory minimum wage and consider paying more than a living wage. Do not unfairly reduce wages. ‧Respect employees' right to organize and bargain collectively as a means of achieving labor-management consultations."
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          No commitment
          0/2
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, and commits to not proceeding with these operations unless consent has been given by Indigenous peoples and local communities
          3/3
          Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, and commits to not proceeding with these operations unless consent has been given by Indigenous peoples and local communities
          3/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "Our company strives to develop the society and economy of the regions where we operate, and strives to create shared value together with the local communities. Recognizing the importance of their rights to fairly enjoy the benefits they generate, in accordance with the basic concept of human rights set forth in the "Marubeni Group Basic Policy on Human Rights", we will engage in the following activities as a responsible party. [...] "free, prior and informed consent" when starting a new business on land with recognized legal and customary rights of local and indigenous peoples; (FPIC: Free, Prior and Informed Consent). "
        • 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
        6/56
        • 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
          "In accordance with the Sustainability Guidelines of the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy, Marubeni personnel directly visit the manufacturing or production sites of our suppliers to investigate the status of initiatives related to our Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy. increase. During on-site surveys, we conduct multifaceted surveys in accordance with the regional characteristics and business conditions of the sites we visit, regarding issues such as respect for human rights, legal compliance, environmental conservation, fair trade, safety and health, quality control, and information disclosure. I'm here. We strive to reflect the latest trends by constantly reviewing the issues covered by the survey and survey methods, including the opinions of third parties. In addition, we will report the survey results to the sites we visit and share information so that they can be used for future improvements. strives to reduce environmental and social impacts across its supply chain by encouraging suppliers to proactively report and reduce their impact."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting partial volumes
          2/3
          Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting partial volumes
          1.5/3
          Total volume: 502903 Heads

          What product types/sectors is this in?: Food Processing

          Reporting non-certified/non-compliant volume: NA

          What is the non-DCF commodity volume sourced from known production areas, and proportion of total supply chain volume this represents?: NA

          Reporting certified/compliant volume: NA
          Marubeni report that they sourced 502903 Heads of cattle from Rangers Valley and Creekstone operations in 2020.
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Training and Audits

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA
          "In accordance with the Sustainability Guidelines of the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy, Marubeni personnel directly visit the manufacturing or production sites of our suppliers to investigate the status of initiatives related to our Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy. increase. During on-site surveys, we conduct multifaceted surveys in accordance with the regional characteristics and business conditions of the sites we visit, regarding issues such as respect for human rights, legal compliance, environmental conservation, fair trade, safety and health, quality control, and information disclosure. I'm here. We strive to reflect the latest trends by constantly reviewing the issues covered by the survey and survey methods, including the opinions of third parties. In addition, we will report the survey results to the sites we visit and share information so that they can be used for future improvements. strives to reduce environmental and social impacts across its supply chain by encouraging suppliers to proactively report and reduce their impact."[...] ”The Marubeni Group will provide appropriate education and skill development to its officers and employees so that this policy is understood and effectively implemented in all business activities.”
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Upstream: Impact assessments for land development/acquisition
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Reporting production/processing locations
          No disclosure
          0/4
        • Upstream: Monitor compliance of production/processing
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
    • Pulp & Paper
      24/90
      • Commitment Strength
        8/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          4/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "This policy applies to pulp, and paper and paperboard products...(1) We do not handle procured products made from illegally felled timber.(2) We will not handle procured items from suppliers involved in serious environmental and social issues, such as destruction of forests with high conservation value.(3) We do not handle procured items produced from genetically modified wood.(4) We will promote the handling of procured products that have been certified by a reliable international forest certification system."
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: Not handle pulp/paper from suppliers who cleared HCV/HCS forests
            "This policy applies to pulp, and paper and paperboard products...(1) We do not handle procured products made from illegally felled timber.(2) We will not handle procured items from suppliers involved in serious environmental and social issues, such as destruction of forests with high conservation value.(3) We do not handle procured items produced from genetically modified wood.(4) We will promote the handling of procured products that have been certified by a reliable international forest certification system."
          • 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
            "This policy applies to pulp, and paper and paperboard products...(1) We do not handle procured products made from illegally felled timber.(2) We will not handle procured items from suppliers involved in serious environmental and social issues, such as destruction of forests with high conservation value.(3) We do not handle procured items produced from genetically modified wood.(4) We will promote the handling of procured products that have been certified by a reliable international forest certification system."
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          2/7.5
          • Commitment details
            Downstream company, traces to Importer, no compliance check
            0/4
            Commitment to a traceable supply chain
            Downstream company, traces to Importer, no compliance check
            0/4
            When was this commitment set?: NA
            "In cooperation with suppliers and customers, we are committed to ensuring the traceability of procured products while conducting our procurement activities in accordance with the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy and the following principles."
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "In cooperation with suppliers and customers, we are committed to ensuring the traceability of procured products while conducting our procurement activities in accordance with the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy and the following principles."
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        6/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Details of commitment: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1

          Other workers' rights commitments: Living wage; Only work legal working hours
          "Supply Chain Sustainability Guidelines 1) Legal compliance ‧Comply with the relevant laws and regulations of the country concerned and the countries involved in the transaction. 2) Respect for human rights ‧Respect human rights and avoid inhumane treatment such as discrimination, harassment, and abuse. ‧Do not use child labor or forced labor. ‧Appropriately manage employees' working hours and holidays/vacations, and prohibit excessive overtime work. ‧Comply with the statutory minimum wage and consider paying more than a living wage. Do not unfairly reduce wages. ‧Respect employees' right to organize and bargain collectively as a means of achieving labor-management consultations."
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          No commitment
          0/2
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, and commits to not proceeding with these operations unless consent has been given by Indigenous peoples and local communities
          3/3
          Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, and commits to not proceeding with these operations unless consent has been given by Indigenous peoples and local communities
          3/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "Our company strives to develop the society and economy of the regions where we operate, and strives to create shared value together with the local communities. Recognizing the importance of their rights to fairly enjoy the benefits they generate, in accordance with the basic concept of human rights set forth in the "Marubeni Group Basic Policy on Human Rights", we will engage in the following activities as a responsible party. [...] "free, prior and informed consent" when starting a new business on land with recognized legal and customary rights of local and indigenous peoples; (FPIC: Free, Prior and Informed Consent). "
        • 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
        11/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          2/2
          Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          2/2
          "This policy applies to pulp, and paper and paperboard products...(1) We do not handle procured products made from illegally felled timber.(2) We will not handle procured items from suppliers involved in serious environmental and social issues, such as destruction of forests with high conservation value.(3) We do not handle procured items produced from genetically modified wood.(4) We will promote the handling of procured products that have been certified by a reliable international forest certification system."[...]Marubeni promotes the handling of certified materials in consideration of sustainability. We will continue to make efforts to increase the ratio of certified products handled.Percentage of forest-certified products in consolidated net sales of the Forest Products Division "Total of FSC*1, PEFC*2 39% in 2020" - includes Timber and Pulp/Paper products, unclear what proportion of each.
        • 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
          "In accordance with the Sustainability Guidelines of the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy, Marubeni personnel directly visit the manufacturing or production sites of our suppliers to investigate the status of initiatives related to our Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy. increase. During on-site surveys, we conduct multifaceted surveys in accordance with the regional characteristics and business conditions of the sites we visit, regarding issues such as respect for human rights, legal compliance, environmental conservation, fair trade, safety and health, quality control, and information disclosure. I'm here. We strive to reflect the latest trends by constantly reviewing the issues covered by the survey and survey methods, including the opinions of third parties. In addition, we will report the survey results to the sites we visit and share information so that they can be used for future improvements. strives to reduce environmental and social impacts across its supply chain by encouraging suppliers to proactively report and reduce their impact."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Training and Audits

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA
          "In accordance with the Sustainability Guidelines of the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy, Marubeni personnel directly visit the manufacturing or production sites of our suppliers to investigate the status of initiatives related to our Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy. increase. During on-site surveys, we conduct multifaceted surveys in accordance with the regional characteristics and business conditions of the sites we visit, regarding issues such as respect for human rights, legal compliance, environmental conservation, fair trade, safety and health, quality control, and information disclosure. I'm here. We strive to reflect the latest trends by constantly reviewing the issues covered by the survey and survey methods, including the opinions of third parties. In addition, we will report the survey results to the sites we visit and share information so that they can be used for future improvements. strives to reduce environmental and social impacts across its supply chain by encouraging suppliers to proactively report and reduce their impact."[...] ”The Marubeni Group will provide appropriate education and skill development to its officers and employees so that this policy is understood and effectively implemented in all business activities.”
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Upstream: Impact assessments for land development/acquisition
          Yes
          4/4
          Upstream: Impact assessments for land development/acquisition
          Yes
          4/4
          For what percentage of production units has an ESIA been carried out as part of the land use planning process?: NA

          How does the company remedy adverse social and environmental impacts linked to their operations and/or supply chains?: Unclear
          ``We will conduct the necessary environmental and social risk assessments before land acquisition or land development is completed for a new business.''”
        • Upstream: Reporting production/processing locations
          No disclosure
          0/4
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Monitor compliance of production/processing
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          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?: Certification; Internal monitoring and verification systems

          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

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

          How frequently is compliance assessed?: Unclear

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

          For what percent of suppliers does the company directly monitor compliance of production or processing operations?: NA
          "Conducting due diligence (DD) on compliance with laws and regulations, respect for human rights, environmental conservation, fair trade, health and safety, etc., of suppliers in order to achieve product procurement based on the product procurement policy (forest-derived products). doing. In the survey for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2021, 77 major suppliers (annual transaction value of 300 million yen or more) extracted from 726 suppliers of wood and related products did not have any major problems within the scope of DD. did. In addition, this survey covers 84% ​​of the annual transaction value of our forest-derived products. From the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022 onwards, we will gradually expand the scope of DD and strive to further sustainably utilize forest resources...(1) First stage DD: In-house preliminary survey First, 77 major suppliers (annual transaction value of 300 million yen or more) were selected from 726 suppliers of wood and related products. Of these, timber certified by forest-certified entities (FSC *1 certified, PEFC *2 certified, and timber mutually certified with PEFC) and controlled timber based on certification systems (FSC-controlled timber *3 , PEFC-controlled timber ...Survey We conducted a sustainability questionnaire survey of the 11 companies selected in the first stage DD. As a result, no major problems were identified in 11 companies.③ Stage 3 DD: On-site detailed surveys For suppliers whose compliance with laws and regulations, respect for human rights, environmental conservation"
        • 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 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?: Yes

          What criteria does the policy specify for blacklisting or exclusion?: Non compliance with Product Procurement Policy (Forest-derived products)

          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?: Hold discussions
          "In order to promote this policy, we will investigate the environmental and social considerations of our suppliers and their compliance with laws and regulations. If non-compliance with this policy is found, we will hold discussions to resolve the problem and request improvement measures. If there is no improvement, we will consider reviewing the transaction."
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
    • Soy
      11/90
      • 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
        6/17
        • 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

          Other workers' rights commitments: Living wage; Only work legal working hours

          Details of commitment: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association
          "Supply Chain Sustainability Guidelines 1) Legal compliance ‧Comply with the relevant laws and regulations of the country concerned and the countries involved in the transaction. 2) Respect for human rights ‧Respect human rights and avoid inhumane treatment such as discrimination, harassment, and abuse. ‧Do not use child labor or forced labor. ‧Appropriately manage employees' working hours and holidays/vacations, and prohibit excessive overtime work. ‧Comply with the statutory minimum wage and consider paying more than a living wage. Do not unfairly reduce wages. ‧Respect employees' right to organize and bargain collectively as a means of achieving labor-management consultations."
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          No commitment
          0/2
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, and commits to not proceeding with these operations unless consent has been given by Indigenous peoples and local communities
          3/3
          Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, and commits to not proceeding with these operations unless consent has been given by Indigenous peoples and local communities
          3/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "Our company strives to develop the society and economy of the regions where we operate, and strives to create shared value together with the local communities. Recognizing the importance of their rights to fairly enjoy the benefits they generate, in accordance with the basic concept of human rights set forth in the "Marubeni Group Basic Policy on Human Rights", we will engage in the following activities as a responsible party. [...] "free, prior and informed consent" when starting a new business on land with recognized legal and customary rights of local and indigenous peoples; (FPIC: Free, Prior and Informed Consent). "
        • 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
        5/56
        • 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
          "In accordance with the Sustainability Guidelines of the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy, Marubeni personnel directly visit the manufacturing or production sites of our suppliers to investigate the status of initiatives related to our Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy. increase. During on-site surveys, we conduct multifaceted surveys in accordance with the regional characteristics and business conditions of the sites we visit, regarding issues such as respect for human rights, legal compliance, environmental conservation, fair trade, safety and health, quality control, and information disclosure. I'm here. We strive to reflect the latest trends by constantly reviewing the issues covered by the survey and survey methods, including the opinions of third parties. In addition, we will report the survey results to the sites we visit and share information so that they can be used for future improvements. strives to reduce environmental and social impacts across its supply chain by encouraging suppliers to proactively report and reduce their impact."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Training and Audits

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA
          "In accordance with the Sustainability Guidelines of the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy, Marubeni personnel directly visit the manufacturing or production sites of our suppliers to investigate the status of initiatives related to our Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy. increase. During on-site surveys, we conduct multifaceted surveys in accordance with the regional characteristics and business conditions of the sites we visit, regarding issues such as respect for human rights, legal compliance, environmental conservation, fair trade, safety and health, quality control, and information disclosure. I'm here. We strive to reflect the latest trends by constantly reviewing the issues covered by the survey and survey methods, including the opinions of third parties. In addition, we will report the survey results to the sites we visit and share information so that they can be used for future improvements. strives to reduce environmental and social impacts across its supply chain by encouraging suppliers to proactively report and reduce their impact."[...] ”The Marubeni Group will provide appropriate education and skill development to its officers and employees so that this policy is understood and effectively implemented in all business activities.”
        • 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
    • Timber
      24/90
      • Commitment Strength
        8/17
        • 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?: Segment; Indirect suppliers

            What subsidiaries are explicitly included?: Only Marubeni's own operations not applying to suppliers/indirect suppliers
            "In implementing sustainable forest management, we commit to the following guidelines on the principle of No Deforestation: ・Only handling wood resources managed in a sustainable and appropriate way. ・No conversion of natural forests in forest plantation developments. ・Proactively addressing protection of HCV forests in our forest management from the viewpoint of biodiversity conservation. ・No forest plantation operations in HCV forests or on peatland. ・Committing to a “No Burn Policy” that restricts the use of fire in forest plantation operations that can potentially cause forest fires in tropical forest areas. ・Minimizing the impact of logging and related logging access roads construction on ecosystems." [...] "Our forest management is based on the standards stipulated by the forest certification system. We have obtained certification*3 (FSC® C016260), Chain of Custody (CoC) certification*4, and Responsible Wood*5 Sustainable Forest Management certification*3."[...]"This policy applies to Marubeni's own or its subsidiary's worldwide forest plantation and chip and pulp production businesses."
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: FSC + Implement sustainable management
            "In implementing sustainable forest management, we commit to the following guidelines on the principle of No Deforestation: ・Only handling wood resources managed in a sustainable and appropriate way. ・No conversion of natural forests in forest plantation developments. ・Proactively addressing protection of HCV forests in our forest management from the viewpoint of biodiversity conservation. ・No forest plantation operations in HCV forests or on peatland. ・Committing to a “No Burn Policy” that restricts the use of fire in forest plantation operations that can potentially cause forest fires in tropical forest areas. ・Minimizing the impact of logging and related logging access roads construction on ecosystems." [...] "Our forest management is based on the standards stipulated by the forest certification system. We have obtained certification*3 (FSC® C016260), Chain of Custody (CoC) certification*4, and Responsible Wood*5 Sustainable Forest Management certification*3."[...]"This policy applies to Marubeni's own or its subsidiary's worldwide forest plantation and chip and pulp production businesses."
          • 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
            "In implementing sustainable forest management, we commit to the following guidelines on the principle of No Deforestation: ・Only handling wood resources managed in a sustainable and appropriate way. ・No conversion of natural forests in forest plantation developments. ・Proactively addressing protection of HCV forests in our forest management from the viewpoint of biodiversity conservation. ・No forest plantation operations in HCV forests or on peatland. ・Committing to a “No Burn Policy” that restricts the use of fire in forest plantation operations that can potentially cause forest fires in tropical forest areas. ・Minimizing the impact of logging and related logging access roads construction on ecosystems." [...] "Our forest management is based on the standards stipulated by the forest certification system. We have obtained certification*3 (FSC® C016260), Chain of Custody (CoC) certification*4, and Responsible Wood*5 Sustainable Forest Management certification*3."[...]"This policy applies to Marubeni's own or its subsidiary's worldwide forest plantation and chip and pulp production businesses."
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          2/7.5
          • Commitment details
            Downstream company, traces to Importer, no compliance check
            0/4
            Commitment to a traceable supply chain
            Downstream company, traces to Importer, no compliance check
            0/4
            When was this commitment set?: NA
            "In cooperation with suppliers and customers, we are committed to ensuring the traceability of procured products while conducting our procurement activities in accordance with the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy and the following principles."
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "In cooperation with suppliers and customers, we are committed to ensuring the traceability of procured products while conducting our procurement activities in accordance with the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy and the following principles."
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        6/17
        • 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

          Other workers' rights commitments: Living wage; Only work legal working hours

          Details of commitment: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association
          "Supply Chain Sustainability Guidelines 1) Legal compliance ‧Comply with the relevant laws and regulations of the country concerned and the countries involved in the transaction. 2) Respect for human rights ‧Respect human rights and avoid inhumane treatment such as discrimination, harassment, and abuse. ‧Do not use child labor or forced labor. ‧Appropriately manage employees' working hours and holidays/vacations, and prohibit excessive overtime work. ‧Comply with the statutory minimum wage and consider paying more than a living wage. Do not unfairly reduce wages. ‧Respect employees' right to organize and bargain collectively as a means of achieving labor-management consultations."
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          No commitment
          0/2
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, and commits to not proceeding with these operations unless consent has been given by Indigenous peoples and local communities
          3/3
          Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, and commits to not proceeding with these operations unless consent has been given by Indigenous peoples and local communities
          3/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "Our company strives to develop the society and economy of the regions where we operate, and strives to create shared value together with the local communities. Recognizing the importance of their rights to fairly enjoy the benefits they generate, in accordance with the basic concept of human rights set forth in the "Marubeni Group Basic Policy on Human Rights", we will engage in the following activities as a responsible party. [...] "free, prior and informed consent" when starting a new business on land with recognized legal and customary rights of local and indigenous peoples; (FPIC: Free, Prior and Informed Consent). "
        • 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
        10/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          2/2
          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
          "In accordance with the Sustainability Guidelines of the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy, Marubeni personnel directly visit the manufacturing or production sites of our suppliers to investigate the status of initiatives related to our Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy. increase. During on-site surveys, we conduct multifaceted surveys in accordance with the regional characteristics and business conditions of the sites we visit, regarding issues such as respect for human rights, legal compliance, environmental conservation, fair trade, safety and health, quality control, and information disclosure. I'm here. We strive to reflect the latest trends by constantly reviewing the issues covered by the survey and survey methods, including the opinions of third parties. In addition, we will report the survey results to the sites we visit and share information so that they can be used for future improvements. strives to reduce environmental and social impacts across its supply chain by encouraging suppliers to proactively report and reduce their impact."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Training and Audits
          "In accordance with the Sustainability Guidelines of the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy, Marubeni personnel directly visit the manufacturing or production sites of our suppliers to investigate the status of initiatives related to our Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy. increase. During on-site surveys, we conduct multifaceted surveys in accordance with the regional characteristics and business conditions of the sites we visit, regarding issues such as respect for human rights, legal compliance, environmental conservation, fair trade, safety and health, quality control, and information disclosure. I'm here. We strive to reflect the latest trends by constantly reviewing the issues covered by the survey and survey methods, including the opinions of third parties. In addition, we will report the survey results to the sites we visit and share information so that they can be used for future improvements. strives to reduce environmental and social impacts across its supply chain by encouraging suppliers to proactively report and reduce their impact."[...] ”The Marubeni Group will provide appropriate education and skill development to its officers and employees so that this policy is understood and effectively implemented in all business activities.”
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Upstream: Impact assessments for land development/acquisition
          Yes
          4/4
          Upstream: Impact assessments for land development/acquisition
          Yes
          4/4
          How does the company remedy adverse social and environmental impacts linked to their operations and/or supply chains?: Unclear

          For what percentage of production units has an ESIA been carried out as part of the land use planning process?: NA
          ``We will conduct the necessary environmental and social risk assessments before land acquisition or land development is completed for a new business.''”
        • Upstream: Reporting production/processing locations
          No disclosure
          0/4
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Monitor compliance of production/processing
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          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

          How frequently is compliance assessed?: Unclear

          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
          "Conducting due diligence (DD) on compliance with laws and regulations, respect for human rights, environmental conservation, fair trade, health and safety, etc., of suppliers in order to achieve product procurement based on the product procurement policy (forest-derived products). doing. In the survey for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2021, 77 major suppliers (annual transaction value of 300 million yen or more) extracted from 726 suppliers of wood and related products did not have any major problems within the scope of DD. did. In addition, this survey covers 84% ​​of the annual transaction value of our forest-derived products. From the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022 onwards, we will gradually expand the scope of DD and strive to further sustainably utilize forest resources...(1) First stage DD: In-house preliminary survey First, 77 major suppliers (annual transaction value of 300 million yen or more) were selected from 726 suppliers of wood and related products. Of these, timber certified by forest-certified entities (FSC *1 certified, PEFC *2 certified, and timber mutually certified with PEFC) and controlled timber based on certification systems (FSC-controlled timber *3 , PEFC-controlled timber ...Survey We conducted a sustainability questionnaire survey of the 11 companies selected in the first stage DD. As a result, no major problems were identified in 11 companies.③ Stage 3 DD: On-site detailed surveys For suppliers whose compliance with laws and regulations, respect for human rights, environmental conservation"
        • 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
    • Palm oil *
      20/90
      • Commitment Strength
        7/17
        • 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
            "We have established a procurement policy (palm oil) and aim to achieve sustainable palm oil procurement that takes into account the following priority items.I will continue.(This policy applies to palm oil transactions worldwide by Marubeni Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries.)"[...] "(1) *Transactions with suppliers that comply with the NDPE policy *No Deforestation, No Peat, No Exploitation (NDPE): Zero deforestation, zero peat land development, zero exploitation (2) Promotion of international certification systems for palm oil procurement, including RSPO, for stakeholders such as subsidiaries, suppliers, and customers [...] (7) Dealing with suppliers not involved in the development of high conservation value (HCV) forests, high carbon stock (HCS) forests and peat swamp forests."[...]"By 2030* Marubeni Corporation will handle 100% sustainable palm oil.*Palm oil procured from suppliers that comply with the NDPE policy, including RSPO or equivalent certified oil"*Palm oil procured from suppliers that comply with the NDPE policy, including RSPO or equivalent certified oil"
          • Target date
            2028-2030
            0.1/1
            Target date
            2028-2030
            0.1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: Ensure suppliers follow an NDPE policy + have RSPO
            "We have established a procurement policy (palm oil) and aim to achieve sustainable palm oil procurement that takes into account the following priority items.I will continue.(This policy applies to palm oil transactions worldwide by Marubeni Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries.)"[...] "(1) *Transactions with suppliers that comply with the NDPE policy *No Deforestation, No Peat, No Exploitation (NDPE): Zero deforestation, zero peat land development, zero exploitation (2) Promotion of international certification systems for palm oil procurement, including RSPO, for stakeholders such as subsidiaries, suppliers, and customers [...] (7) Dealing with suppliers not involved in the development of high conservation value (HCV) forests, high carbon stock (HCS) forests and peat swamp forests."[...]"By 2030* Marubeni Corporation will handle 100% sustainable palm oil.*Palm oil procured from suppliers that comply with the NDPE policy, including RSPO or equivalent certified oil"*Palm oil procured from suppliers that comply with the NDPE policy, including RSPO or equivalent certified oil"
          • 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
            "We have established a procurement policy (palm oil) and aim to achieve sustainable palm oil procurement that takes into account the following priority items.I will continue.(This policy applies to palm oil transactions worldwide by Marubeni Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries.)"[...] "(1) *Transactions with suppliers that comply with the NDPE policy *No Deforestation, No Peat, No Exploitation (NDPE): Zero deforestation, zero peat land development, zero exploitation (2) Promotion of international certification systems for palm oil procurement, including RSPO, for stakeholders such as subsidiaries, suppliers, and customers [...] (7) Dealing with suppliers not involved in the development of high conservation value (HCV) forests, high carbon stock (HCS) forests and peat swamp forests."[...]"By 2030* Marubeni Corporation will handle 100% sustainable palm oil.*Palm oil procured from suppliers that comply with the NDPE policy, including RSPO or equivalent certified oil"*Palm oil procured from suppliers that comply with the NDPE policy, including RSPO or equivalent certified oil"
        • 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
        5/17
        • 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: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          Other workers' rights commitments: Living wage; Only work legal working hours
          "Supply Chain Sustainability Guidelines 1) Legal compliance ‧Comply with the relevant laws and regulations of the country concerned and the countries involved in the transaction. 2) Respect for human rights ‧Respect human rights and avoid inhumane treatment such as discrimination, harassment, and abuse. ‧Do not use child labor or forced labor. ‧Appropriately manage employees' working hours and holidays/vacations, and prohibit excessive overtime work. ‧Comply with the statutory minimum wage and consider paying more than a living wage. Do not unfairly reduce wages. ‧Respect employees' right to organize and bargain collectively as a means of achieving labor-management consultations."
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          No commitment
          0/2
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, the company commits to test for FPIC prior to acquiring new interests, developments, or expansions
          2/3
          Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, the company commits to test for FPIC prior to acquiring new interests, developments, or expansions
          2/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "Our company strives to develop the society and economy of the regions where we operate, and strives to create shared value together with the local communities. Recognizing the importance of their rights to fairly enjoy the benefits they generate, in accordance with the basic concept of human rights set forth in the "Marubeni Group Basic Policy on Human Rights", we will engage in the following activities as a responsible party. [...] "free, prior and informed consent" when starting a new business on land with recognized legal and customary rights of local and indigenous peoples; (FPIC: Free, Prior and Informed Consent). "
        • 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
        9/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          0/2
          Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          0/2
          For what percent of the company's supply volume is third-party verification of performance relative to commitments conducted?: NA

          What methods are used for verification?: RSPO

          Which processes or groups does the company use for third party verification?: RSPO

          Is the performance of compliance of some suppliers, sources, or origins not verified, and if so why not?: NA

          What percent of the company's supply volume is verified using company verification systems?: NA

          Which tools, approaches, third-party verification, including certification, schemes are used?: RSPO
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          Yes, encouraged
          0/3
          Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          Yes, encouraged
          0/3
          "We have established a procurement policy (palm oil) and aim to achieve sustainable palm oil procurement that takes into account the following priority items. I will continue.(This policy applies to palm oil transactions worldwide by Marubeni Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries.)"[...] "(1) *Transactions with suppliers that comply with the NDPE policy *No Deforestation, No Peat, No Exploitation (NDPE): Zero deforestation, zero peat land development, zero exploitation (2) Promotion of international certification systems for palm oil procurement, including RSPO, for stakeholders such as subsidiaries, suppliers, and customers [...] (7) Dealing with suppliers not involved in the development of high conservation value (HCV) forests, high carbon stock (HCS) forests and peat swamp forests."
        • 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
          "In accordance with the Sustainability Guidelines of the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy, Marubeni personnel directly visit the manufacturing or production sites of our suppliers to investigate the status of initiatives related to our Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy. increase. During on-site surveys, we conduct multifaceted surveys in accordance with the regional characteristics and business conditions of the sites we visit, regarding issues such as respect for human rights, legal compliance, environmental conservation, fair trade, safety and health, quality control, and information disclosure. I'm here. We strive to reflect the latest trends by constantly reviewing the issues covered by the survey and survey methods, including the opinions of third parties. In addition, we will report the survey results to the sites we visit and share information so that they can be used for future improvements. strives to reduce environmental and social impacts across its supply chain by encouraging suppliers to proactively report and reduce their impact."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting partial volumes
          2/3
          Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting partial volumes
          1.5/3
          What product types/sectors is this in?: Food Processing

          Reporting non-certified/non-compliant volume: NA

          Reporting certified/compliant volume: NA

          Total volume: 1,004,872MT

          What is the non-DCF commodity volume sourced from known production areas, and proportion of total supply chain volume this represents?: NA
          1,004,872MT of RSPO and ISCC certified palm oil was processed by Marubeni subsidiary Baum& Co., Inc in 2020.
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Training and Audits
          "In accordance with the Sustainability Guidelines of the Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy, Marubeni personnel directly visit the manufacturing or production sites of our suppliers to investigate the status of initiatives related to our Basic Supply Chain Sustainability Policy. increase. During on-site surveys, we conduct multifaceted surveys in accordance with the regional characteristics and business conditions of the sites we visit, regarding issues such as respect for human rights, legal compliance, environmental conservation, fair trade, safety and health, quality control, and information disclosure. I'm here. We strive to reflect the latest trends by constantly reviewing the issues covered by the survey and survey methods, including the opinions of third parties. In addition, we will report the survey results to the sites we visit and share information so that they can be used for future improvements. strives to reduce environmental and social impacts across its supply chain by encouraging suppliers to proactively report and reduce their impact."[...] ”The Marubeni Group will provide appropriate education and skill development to its officers and employees so that this policy is understood and effectively implemented in all business activities.”
        • 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
  • * commodity scores for which a company is not a powerbroker are given half the weighting of other commodities in total scores

  • Commitment strength
    5/17
    Avg. score
  • Implementation and Reporting
    8/56
    Avg. score
  • Associated Human Rights Abuses
    6/17
    Avg. score

Profile

Marubeni are .... This includes the subsidiary Gavilon do Brazil, which has 24 companies based in states in the southern, Matopiba and Mato Grosso regions. The company has 100 employees and generates $2.36 billion in sales. Marubeni Corp. has been selected as a powerbroker for soy.

Sector
Industry sector 
Food Distributors
Segments
Producer, Trader, Processor, Manufacturer
HQ
HQ 
Japan
Company Type
Company type 
CO
Collective Commitments
Consumer Goods Forum member
New York Declaration on Forests signatory

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