Sustainable purpose
In a world searching for creative solutions to transition from a fossil-based to a circular bioeconomy, Sappi offers an impactful vision: We will be a sustainable business with an exciting future in woodfibre that provides relevant solutions, delivers enhanced value, and is a trusted partner to all our stakeholders. This vision is part of Sappi's Thrive strategy.
Across our value streams, our sustainable purpose is underpinned by our priority United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), which sets out a roadmap for where we collectively need to go and how to get there. We have identified seven priority goals at global level - and a further two in South Africa - where we believe we can make the most impact and where we are concentrating our efforts.
Sappi’s key material issues:
People
- Health, safety and well-being
- Talent
- Labour relations
- Social impact
Planet
- Sustainable forestry
- Climate change
- Water stewardship
- Waste
- Biodiversity
Prosperity
- Competitive position
- Sustainable solutions for a circular bioeconomy
Principles
- Ethical behaviour and compliance
- Responsible procurement
Trees tell a story of resilience, renewal and sustainable growth
Tracy Wessels, Group Head of Sustainability and Investor Relations, Sappi Limited
Sappi's Awards and Recognitions
In 2024, we achieved significant milestones in our commitment to sustainable growth. These included receiving several prestigious distinctions that recognized our efforts in areas such as environmental stewardship, social responsibility and ethical business practices.
World’s Best Companies for 2024
Sappi was recognised by Time Magazine and Statista as one of the World’s Best Companies for 2024
World’s Best Employers
Sappi was recognised by Forbes Magazine and Statista as one of the World’s Best Employers
World’s Top Companies for Women
Sappi was recognised by Forbes Magazine and Statista as one of the World’s Top Companies for Women
Consecutive year
all three operating regions achieved the highest Platinum rating from EcoVadis
Certifications
Our certifications ensure that our performance is monitored and that our operations comply with global best practice across a range of environmental, safety and quality topics.
Sustainability insights
Explore the articles below and join us in shaping a thriving, more sustainable future.
Coming together to create the sustainable paper mill of the future
How Sappi is collaborating with other stakeholders and the latest science to reinvent paper making for the 21st century
The Power of Trees
We’ve been pioneers in paper making since our company’s founding in 1854, and we revolutionized the industry when we invented the first coated paper
Switching to renewables at Maastricht Mill with an e-boiler
The steam boilers that Sappi needs for paper production are increasingly part of the solution to climate change. Instead of relying on fossil fuels like gas, Maastricht Mill in the Netherlands has installed an electronic or ‘e-boiler’ so that wind and solar can become part of the energy mix.
Journey to a thriving world with the SDGs
We’ve joined the global movement to contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and have set ambitious targets in areas where we believe Sappi can have the biggest impact.
Transitioning to bioenergy at Kirkniemi Mill
Kirkniemi Mill in Finland took a big leap forward in 2022 on the journey to decarbonisation by installing the equipment required to receive, store and handle biomass to power its multi-fuel boiler.
Making the most of every tree with our partner, Papierholz Austria
Our teams are passionate about harvesting the power in and beyond trees for decarbonisation and CoCreating solutions with partners who share our ambition. Papierholz Austria is one of those partners.
Working together for sustainable sourcing in Europe
Since we don’t own forestland in Europe, we work closely with our partners to uphold our responsible sourcing practices and encourage sustainable forestry
The road to decarbonisation runs through Europe
At Sappi, we've set ambitious targets to decarbonise our business to achieve the sustainable, low-carbon future agreed in the Paris Climate Accord and affirmed in the European Green Deal.
Reducing water use at Tugela and Stanger Mills
High demand for a high-performance fluting grade, UltraFlute, produced at Tugela Mill, increased the internal requirements for high-quality neutral sulphite semi-chemical (NSCC) pulp from the semi-chemical cooking process.
CO2 comparison of packaging materials
More recycling, lower CO₂, better sustainability—Going Green matters more than ever. Here's why fibre-based materials stand out.
What are the raw materials used to make dye sublimation papers?
Paper, made from renewable resources, is an essential part of daily life. High-quality paper, like sublimation paper, starts with premium pulp production.
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