Lobbying Governance
| Overall Assessment | Analysis | Score |
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| Limited |
Flowers Foods Inc. provides limited disclosure regarding its lobbying governance processes, particularly in relation to climate lobbying. The company mentions that its "Political Contribution and Activity Policy governs corporate political contributions, trade association activities, and Flowers’ political action committee," which indicates some level of oversight for lobbying activities. Additionally, the VP of Environmental & Sustainability serves as co-chair of the Energy and Environment Committee within the ABA, focusing on "environmental regulations and legislation affecting the baking industry." However, there is no evidence of a structured process to ensure alignment of lobbying activities with climate goals or commitments, nor is there a public commitment to align engagement activities with the Paris Agreement. While the company has formalized an ESG governance framework, including an ESG Executive Committee and ESG Steering Committee, these structures appear focused on broader ESG priorities rather than specifically addressing lobbying governance or alignment with climate-related policies. Furthermore, the company does not disclose any mechanisms for monitoring or managing lobbying alignment, nor does it provide evidence of actions taken to align its direct or indirect lobbying with climate goals. The absence of a detailed governance framework for lobbying activities, particularly climate-related lobbying, limits the strength of its disclosures in this area.
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