Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), a globally renowned luxury car manufacturer, has taken a major step toward sustainability by becoming a member of the Leather Working Group (LWG). This move underscores JLR’s dedication to promoting ethical practices and environmental responsibility within the leather industry.

Joining the Leather Working Group highlights JLR’s ongoing commitment to transparency and sustainable sourcing. As a member, JLR aims to drive industry-wide improvements and align its operations with the highest standards in leather production.

“Through becoming a member of the Leather Working Group, JLR can help promote the highest standards in leather production and sustainable development, in line with our Reimagine strategy, which aims to set new benchmarks in environmental societal and community impact for a luxury business. This means committing to transparency, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, and ensuring full traceability in all our material sourcing, including leather.”

Andrea Debanne, Chief Sustainability Officer at JLR

By embracing full traceability, JLR seeks to ensure that its leather sourcing aligns with the highest ethical and environmental standards.

Transparency and collaboration with industry stakeholders are central to this initiative. These actions aim to reduce the environmental footprint of leather production while supporting innovation and best practices across the supply chain.