OpenSecrets data indicates that Belkin International contributed $87,420 in the 2024 cycle while spending $0 on lobbying efforts. While any political contribution can be seen as a means of influencing policy, the relatively modest contribution and absence of lobbying spend suggest that the company's direct political influence is limited. However, from a left-leaning perspective, even small political contributions can be scrutinized as part of broader corporate complicity structures, though in this case the minimal engagement yields only a slightly positive score.

Belkin International, Inc. released its 2024 Statement on Modern Slavery and Supply Chain Transparency, outlining robust measures to protect human rights and enforce ethical practices along its global supply chain. This includes comprehensive supplier audits, a Supplier Code of Conduct, and strong internal governance via its Sustainability Committee, ensuring compliance with international labor and human rights standards.

Belkin International announced an ambitious set of sustainability targets aligned with the UN SDGs. The goals include achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 2 emissions by 2025, reducing single-use plastic and increasing recycled content in packaging, and enforcing a strict Supplier Code of Conduct with mandated social compliance audits. These measures aim to improve ethical business practices and supply chain transparency while promoting human rights.

Belkin International has announced its plan to achieve 100% carbon neutrality in scope 2 emissions by 2025. The initiative includes significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, increased renewable energy usage, responsible packaging and recycling efforts, and strict supplier compliance measures aimed at upholding human rights in its supply chain.

Belkin outlines its proactive measures to combat slavery and human trafficking in its supply chain. The company employs its Supplier Social Accountability Audit Checklist/Report (SSAAC/R) to assess suppliers, conducts annual audits with follow-up onsite inspections, and requires supplier certifications to ensure compliance with anti-slavery standards mandated by the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act of 2010.