Recherchetool für Materialien Did you know there's a cow in your shoe? - Work and environmental impact for a pair of leather shoes The brochure gives an overview of the production of a leather shoe with all its stations. It focuses on aspects and impacts that are of concern to people and the environment. It starts with an overview of figures from the leather industry and shows the links to meat production. It sheds light on the ecological impact of the consumption of soil and water. For leather production, she deals with the geographical distribution and then focuses on leather production in Italy. In particular, it raises the issue of working conditions and labour rights violations, such as the excessive and abusive use of temporary agency work and illegal employment practices. Finally, the brochure provides tips for sustainable leather consumption and opportunities for action to improve working conditions in the leather industry. Scope: 23 pagesReference: free of charge for download at CleanClothes. back
