Climate Change Data

International Fur Federation (IFF)

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020-2030)

Reporting Period: 2020-2030

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

  • Animal Welfare
  • Environmental Protection
  • Social Responsibility

Environmental Achievements

  • Introduced a new chemical standard for fur processing (Safe Fur)
  • Commissioned research on the global warming potential of farm-raised and wild fur
  • Launched initiatives to promote reuse, upcycling, and recycling of fur

Social Achievements

  • Launched FURMARK, a global welfare certification and traceability scheme
  • Committed to mapping the contribution of people employed in the FURMARK supply chain
  • Developed programs to engage young people in the industry

Governance Achievements

  • Established a Sustainability Strategy Delivery Team
  • Created a Sustainability Working Group with key sector stakeholders
  • Committed to transparent annual reporting and mid-term review

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • By 2030, 100% of FURMARK certified companies will disclose their audit results.
  • By 2030, achieve 100% transparency in reporting of human rights and social impacts under the FURMARK scheme.
Medium-term Goals:
  • By 2025, implement an environmental audit scheme for certified FURMARK suppliers.
  • By 2025, implement Code of Practice, and commit to 100% respect of social, environmental and business integrity expectations.
Short-term Goals:
  • By end 2020, 90% of global fur production sold through auction houses will be certified under FURMARK.

Environmental Challenges

  • Ethical concerns surrounding the use of animal-based materials
  • Limited consumer knowledge and understanding of the fur sector
  • Ensuring sustainability across a diverse and complex global supply chain
Mitigation Strategies
  • Developed FURMARK to enhance transparency and traceability
  • Commissioned research to understand consumer attitudes and expectations
  • Engaged with stakeholders across the supply chain to develop a comprehensive sustainability strategy

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • FURMARK certification
  • Safe Fur chemical standard
  • Compliance with national and international regulations

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UN Global Compact, UN Sustainable Development Goals

Certifications: FURMARK