1. CDP Global Forests Report 2014
Introduction
Paul Simpson
CEO, CDP

2. CDP Global Forests Report 2014
Drawing on analysis from
152
company responses

3. Abigail Herron
Head of Responsible Engagement,
Aviva Investors

4. 1 Urgent business imperative for action
74% of respondents recognize at least one risk to their business from commodities linked to deforestation;
Over half of companies point to at least one reputational risk associated with key forest-risk commodities;
Over a third of companies disclosing on palm oil say they are unable to identify sufficient sustainable sources of the commodity to meet future demand;

5. Roadmap from commitments to action

6. Sector leaders 2014 The hallmarks of leadership:
Ambitious commitment across all forest-risk commodities;
Comprehensive assessment of risks;
Strong targets supported by interim targets;
Quality work to build capacity in the supply chain and clear supplier improvement plans;
Work with the wider supply chain; and
Engaging customers to create demand and differentiate their products.

7. 2 Inconsistencies in corporate action on this journey

8. 3 Businesses can realize opportunities on this journey

9.
Freddie Woolfe
Hermes Investment Management