Leather Working Group is developing its next Standard, which will include moving from the current protocol to a Sustainability System that incorporates a Manufacturing Standard, Chain of Custody and Deforestation Due Diligence, along with the creation of a Carbon Footprint Tool. The work takes a multi stakeholder approach and is informed by ISEAL guidance. The development is overseen by a Programme Board that is made up of representatives from across our broad stakeholder group.
Consultation
Collaboration and consultation are at the heart of LWG. Its standards are shaped by a broad stakeholder group, with experts from across the leather industry helping to drive and define the scope and technical criteria. A key part of this process is the public consultation period, which offers valuable opportunities for involvement, including:
• Giving your company a voice in the development of standards
• Helping to maintain open industry access
• Providing a platform to express both concerns and support
When standards are open for comment, links will be published here.
Pilot Testing
Planned pilot programs for the new standard will enable testing alongside the current version, allowing for multiple draft iterations before the final assessment is officially introduced in Q1 2026.
Updates to the Pilot Programme will be published here when live.