Marubeni Corp.

"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."

"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). "

"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."

Marubeni report that they sourced 502903 Heads of cattle from Rangers Valley and Creekstone operations in 2020.

"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.”

"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."

"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). "

"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.

"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."

"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.”

``We will conduct the necessary environmental and social risk assessments before land acquisition or land development is completed for a new business.''”

"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"

"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."

"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."

"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). "

"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."

"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.”

"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."

"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). "

"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."

"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.”

``We will conduct the necessary environmental and social risk assessments before land acquisition or land development is completed for a new business.''”

"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"

"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."

"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). "

"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."

"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."

1,004,872MT of RSPO and ISCC certified palm oil was processed by Marubeni subsidiary Baum& Co., Inc in 2020.

"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.”