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Renewable Solutions Roadmap: EMEA Packaging
NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 13, 2023 / International Paper Company Originally pub...
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[{"type":"text","content":"Renewable Solutions Roadmap: EMEA PackagingNORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 13, 2023 / International Paper CompanyOriginally published in International Paper's 2022 Sustainability ReportApply innovation, redesign and material replacement to reduction, recycling and recovery strategies in five ways:1. Eliminate all non-recyclable materials in finished products and innovate for circularity through material efficiencyFocus areas:Eliminate all sales of non-recyclable productsReduce basis weights at box plants by 5% vs. 2020Progress:Projects ongoing in all box plants to reduce average basis weights; 0.37% reduction in basis weight at box plants vs. 2020, 7.24% reduction vs. 20182. Further develop product range and capabilities to substitute fiber products for plasticsFocus areas:Substitute 6,000 tons of plastics with fiber- based alternatives by 2030Progress:765 tons of plastics replaced in 20221,410 tons of plastic replaced from 2021-2022Highlight:Consistent with our commitment to build a better future, and in response to increasing consumer demand for responsible packaging, we've created a new range of sustainable paper-based punnets called Respir®. Combining outstanding resistance with great visibility, these package designs ensure protection and promotion of products from field to shelf to consumer's home. The perfect packaging solution to reduce single-use plastics' negative impact on the environment and human health, Respir® is made of renewable resources, is 100% recyclable and extends shelf life by three days.3. Reduce waste to landfill by targeting key areas for improvement across our operationsFocus areas:Reduce waste to landfill by 50% over 2020 baseline by 2030Progress:Waste reduction cost analysis conducted across box plant system, identifying cost per plant/year for 2030 reductions21% of plastics rejects sent to energetic valorization in 20224. Expand partnerships to improve circularity and recyclingFocus areas:Evaluate opportunities for circularity/ recycling collaborations and partnerships throughout IP's value chainProgress:Participated in Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI) 4evergreen alliance to increase fiber-based packaging in a circular economy and minimize climate and environmental impactHighlight:Our Secure E-Box is an innovative corrugated box featuring a tamper- evident closur...