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Clearwater Paper Corporation has released its 2023 Sustainability Report, an annual update on the company's progress against its multi-year sustainability goals. The report also announces Clearwater Paper's new strategic sustainability framework, Everyday Responsibility. This forward-looking strategy centers the company's sustainability work and initiatives on three distinct pillars: Resource Stewardship, Trusted Products, and Thriving People and Communities.
Graphic Packaging's successful 2023 shows no signs of stopping as the fiber-based consumer packaging leader wins its 47th award at the World Beverage Innovation Awards.
Previously announced investment in new paper machine at Štĕtí mill frees up capacity at Mondi Dynäs, Sweden and Mondi Frantschach, Austria to produce saturating kraft paper.
UFP Global Holdings Ltd., a subsidiary of UFP Industries, Inc. (UFPI), has acquired the remaining ownership interests in each of two affiliates in Mexico: NORPAL S. de R.L. de C.V. and TIBASA Universal Forest Products S. de R.L. de C.V.
Södra has now harvested a large amount of high-quality birch seeds in its greenhouse orchard in Falkenberg, Sweden. The seeds will be used to breed improved birch seedlings with favourable traits, which will promote the growth and diversity of family forestry.
Global packaging leader Sonoco is pleased to announce the expansion of its flexible packaging service operations with the acquisition of Inapel Embalagens Ltda. in Brazil.
Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc., the oldest continuously operating paper mill in the United States, announces the launch of its 2022 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, which details its commitment to sustainability and visions for the future. Monadnock Paper Mills continues to champion sustainability in the world of fiber-based solutions, setting its sights on a brighter, more eco-friendly future.
BlueLinx Holdings Inc. and Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions) announce again an expansion of their distribution partnership. The expanded collaboration will include LP's SmartSide Trim & Siding and LP SmartSide ExpertFinish Trim & Siding, in BlueLinx's Seattle and Spokane, Washington branches.
The Inland Empire Paper Co., which owns roughly 120,000 acres in Eastern Washington and North Idaho, is asking the U.S. Forest Service for multiple conservation easements. Inland Empire is owned by the Cowles Co.
Essity has joined the European research project Sustronics, which is supporting the development of circular electronic products. Companies and universities from 11 countries will, together with Essity, develop sensor-based digital solutions for self and professional care.
Georgia-Pacific was recognized for its initiatives facilitating diversity and inclusion, served as an Ambassador Sponsor for the gala, and donated $25,000 to the organization.
According to a study by the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), regeneration areas can provide habitats for rare and threatened species that depend on decaying wood, and the occurrence of these species can be increased via ecological forest management measures.
Sappi Europe will increase prices for its fine paper grades by 7-10% from January 2024. This increase is necessary to maintain viability of Sappi's business, the actual amount will depend on the product and market circumstances.
Cascades Inc., a leader in the recovery and manufacturing of eco-friendly packaging and hygiene products, is proud to add four honours to its list of accolades.
This award recognizes the top organizations that challenge their IT staffs while providing great benefits and compensation.
The win marks third award bestowed on the project in 2023 for reducing wastewater and increasing sustainability.
Metsä Group and Risutec have jointly developed an accessory with which forwarders can prepare soil while harvesting logging residue. This improves productivity and helps reduce fossil emissions from forestry.
Pregis®, a global leader in high-performance flexible packaging and protective packaging solutions, achieved International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certifications at its facilities in Hopkinsville, Ky., and Visalia, Calif. These certifications are a notable addition to the company's growing list of ISCC PLUS certified locations in the Netherlands and North America.
With the ongoing development of the United Nations Treaty on Plastic Pollution, governments from over 170 nations are working toward policy measures to combat the negative environmental impacts of hard-to-recycle plastics.
Sun Chemical has further enhanced its sheetfed offset direct food contact ink offering with the launch of an innovative, 'green' shade blue pigment that helps to increase the color gamut available to designers and brand owners, especially now within the 'green' shade color space without comprising compliance to accepted food safety standards.
West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. completed the acquisition of Spray Lake Sawmills (1980) Ltd from family on November 17, 2023. As of November 17, 2023, Canadian regulatory reviews were completed.
Showcases continued progress against ESG goals while embedding sustainability throughout our business.
Rengo Co., Ltd. announces that it has acquired 30% of the shares in Velvin Containers Private Limited, a corrugated packaging manufacturer in India. Due to Rengo's equity participation, the company will change its name to Velvin Rengo Containers Private Limited.
For the third consecutive year, the hygiene and health company Essity has been designated a Diversity Leader by the UK business daily Financial Times.
Metsä Group aims to reduce fossil carbon dioxide emissions from wood supply in Finland by 30% from the 2022 level by 2030. As one way to reduce emissions, Metsä Group is introducing the use of electric and biogas lorries in the Kemi bioproduct mill's wood transports.
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