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ESG in the Building Products and Furnishings industry involves companies who design and manufacture products related to home improvements, home and office furnishings as well as structural wood building materials. Specific products include but are not limited to, flooring, ceiling tiles, home and office furniture and fixtures, wood trusses, cement mix, and plywood panneling. These products are typically sold to consumers through distribution channels that are retail stores or independent wholesalers that may be company owned. 

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Range of ESG risks in appliance manufacturing:

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• Management of Chemicals in Products

• Labour Conditions in the Supply Chain

• Environmental Impacts in the Supply Chain

• Product Lifecycle Environmental Impacts

• Product Safety

• Raw Materials Sourcing & Innovation

• Packaging Lifecycle Management