Green Tanning Initiative (GTI) The Green Tanning Initiative addresses sustainability across the leather value chain from raw material production (abattoirs, skins and hides), to processing at tannery level, and via distribution through leather manufacturers for the domestic and export market, with the aim of contributing to green procurement and marketing of eco-friendly products in the EU market and the subsequent sustainable consumption of leather products. The project focuses on improving quality and traceability of hides and skins by abattoirs and collection centres, while supporting the adoption of improved environmental, economic & social practices at tanneries, as well as improved market linkages.