Lobbying Governance
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Dr. Martens discloses a robust sustainability governance framework for climate risks but does not provide any governance processes for aligning its external engagement or lobbying with its climate commitments. The Board "oversees Dr. Martens’ sustainability strategy and Dr. Martens’ ESG-related activities including our management of climate-related risks and opportunities" through "in-depth sustainability updates presented at Board meetings at least annually" and "regular informal updates from the General Counsel who leads the Sustainability team." A "Sustainability Steering Committee is chaired by the CEO assisted by the General Counsel" is supported by "Sustainability Working Groups" and a cross-functional "TCFD Working Group" to identify, monitor, and manage climate risks, with the "Environment and Climate Impact Manager" responsible for the "day-to-day consideration, management and inclusion of climate-related risks and opportunities." Although these elements indicate strong climate governance, the company does not disclose any process for aligning its direct lobbying or trade association engagement with its net-zero targets, nor does it appoint any individual or formal body to oversee or review its external policy advocacy. We found no evidence of a climate lobbying review process or public reporting on alignment of lobbying efforts with its climate commitments.
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