Barry Callebaut AG

Barry Callebaut indicates that it has established protocols to align its policy-influencing activities with its sustainability objectives by stating that "all our direct and indirect activities that influence policy are consistent with our overall strategy," and by assigning the External Affairs function the role to "coordinate messaging with key stakeholders including policy makers." The company further illustrates this alignment through an example where a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Côte d'Ivoire underwent "3+ months of engagement and coordination" to ensure that agreed points were "consistent with our sustainability goals including climate change goals." These disclosures demonstrate a clear commitment to align both direct and indirect lobbying with its climate-related strategy. However, Barry Callebaut does not disclose any formal sign-off or ongoing monitoring procedures for lobbying activities, such as routine reviews or audits, nor does it identify a specific individual or formal committee that oversees lobbying governance. We found no evidence of a dedicated climate-lobbying report or third-party audit, or of processes to engage or exit industry associations whose positions may conflict with its climate objectives, indicating that the governance framework lacks detailed oversight responsibilities and explicit monitoring mechanisms.