24 May 202417 May 2024 Kahlschlag in Schwedens Wäldern: Bäume roden für den Versandhandel In Schweden werden alte Wälder für die Papierindustrie abgeholzt, Deutschland ist Großabnehmer. Ökosysteme gehen verloren, warnt Greenpeace
1 February 202424 January 2024 Melitta® Launches New Packaging for Cone Coffee Filters, Featuring Forest Stewardship Council® and Biodegradable Products Institute® Product Certifications The certifications demonstrate the brand’s ongoing commitment to sustainability in its operations
21 October 202118 October 2021 Die Lüge mit den Labels: Das große Geschäft mit illegalem Holz Holz gilt als nachhaltig und ökologisch - doch hinter den schönen Werbebildern stecken dunkle Machenschaften. Wie IKEA & Co sich an den letzten Urwäldern vergreifen
15 February 202110 February 2021 Regeneration: The Next Step for Outdoor Fashion The slowdown caused by the pandemic has found the fashion industry engaged in early reflections on ways to contribute to the improvement of environmental conditions
8 January 20218 January 2021 2nd International Conference on Cellulose Fibres, 2–3 February 2021, Online event Cellulose fibres are the fastest growing fibre group in textiles, the largest investment sector in the bio-based economy, and a solution to avoid microplastics
19 October 202019 October 2020 For the first time the innovation award “Cellulose Fibre Innovation of the Year” will be granted at the “2<sup>nd</sup> International Conference on Cellulose Fibres”, 2–3 February 2021, Cologne (Germany) The conference will be held as hybrid event – as physical meeting in which an online audience also participates
8 September 20203 September 2020 Industry representatives outline key credibility principles for new sustainability standard Perstorp together with three leading industry representatives has outlined some key principles the new ISO standard needs to embrace for maximum credibility
20 February 202021 February 2020 Despite storm and virus warnings, 210 participants joined “1st International Conference on Cellulose Fibres” in Cologne, Germany With 210 participants and 15 exhibitors from 26 different countries, the first conference on cellulose fibres was a great success and exceeded all expectations. The focus of the conference was on markets, technologies and sustainability – and especially alternative cellulose feedstocks.
18 February 202019 February 2020 Eastman Naia™ cellulosic staple fiber debuts at Première Vision Maker of sustainable fibers broadens product portfolio to enhance versatility
2 April 201928 March 2019 CoolBest brand in SIG’s innovative SIGNATURE PACK emphasizes Riedel’s commitment to sustainability The aseptic carton pack made with polymers linked to plant-based renewable materials will help to strengthen Riedel’s ongoing sustainability pledge
21 February 201918 February 2019 Keine Kunststoffbeschichtungen mehr bei Agrarfrost Faltschachteln von Kartoffelpuffern und Fritters sollen ab sofort eine Barriere auf Stärkebasis anstelle einer aus PE erhalten
1 February 201930 January 2019 Samsung ersetzt Kunststoffverpackungen durch nachhaltige Materialien Nachhaltigkeitsstrategie des Unternehmens sieht verbesserte Verpackungen vor
Samsung Electronics to Replace Plastic Packaging with Sustainable Materials Under the company’s sustainability policy, Samsung plans to minimize and replace packaging with environmentally sustainable materials
31 January 201928 January 2019 Forest-based biomass industry: Where are we today and where are going tomorrow? 8th Nordic Wood Biorefinery Conference took place on 23-25 October and was hosted by VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland
24 January 201921 January 2019 Are we fast enough for change: a global view of design and timber Timber can play an increased role in the fundamental change necessary for a sustainable future
22 January 201913 January 2019 Stora Enso and FSC® join forces in a strategic partnership Stora Enso and the FSC have signed an international partnership agreement establishing a long-term strategic collaboration to develop and promote sustainable forestry
30 May 201828 May 2018 The LEGO Group aims for 100% sustainable packaging by 2025 Ambitions include replacing single-use disposable plastics and finding recycled or sustainably sourced bio-based materials for all plastic based packaging
22 May 201817 May 2018 World Bio Markets: make it real, give it life With over 400 delegates the conference was certainly lively and offered many networking opportunities
18 May 201816 May 2018 Arla Foods is the first to choose SIG’s innovative SIGNATURE PACK Company to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability as it strives to increase the market share of its organic dairy products
SIGNATURE PACK von SIG feiert Marktpremiere mit Arla Foods Mit seiner Wahl unterstreicht Arla sein Engagement für Nachhaltigkeit und verfolgt das Ziel, den Marktanteil seiner Bio-Milchprodukte zu steigern
23 April 201819 April 2018 Greenpeace steigt bei Öko-Siegel aus – Was rettet den Wald wirklich? Reicht das FSC-Siegel für nachhaltige Waldwirtschaft aus? Christoph Thies von Greenpeace im Streitgespräch mit FSC-Geschäftsführer Uwe Sayer
9 April 20185 April 2018 Greenpeace International to not renew FSC membership Greenpeace no longer has confidence that FSC alone can consistently guarantee enough protection
FSC responses to Greenpeace International statement Greenpeace International choose not to renew its Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) membership
3 February 201718 January 2018 Der Wald als Ressource Forstwirtschaft gleich nach der Landwirtschaft die wichtigste Landnutzungsform in der Europäischen Union
7 December 20165 December 2016 Lenzing weltweit Nummer Eins bei nachhaltiger Holzbeschaffung Kanadische Umweltorganisation Canopy Planet Society bewertete alle großen Faserproduzenten
Lenzing Number One in the World for Sustainable Wood Sourcing Ranked first by the Canadian environmental organization Canopy Planet Society
12 August 201611 August 2016 Arno van de Ven, Stora Enso Biomaterials: Growth in the bioeconomy needs to be sustainable Exclusive interview about about Stora Enso Biomaterials, the wood-based economy and how to foster growth in the European bioeconomy
6 April 20166 April 2016 Awesome Compostable Quinoa Pouch Proves We Can All #CrushPlastic Organic Sustainable Community created pouch made from plant-based materials
26 January 201625 January 2016 6 Sustainable Packaging Trends to Watch in 2016 Environmental Leader discussed sustainable packaging trends with the experts
17 December 201516 December 2015 The Future of Lego Bricks is Bio-Based Forsaking its partnership with Shell, the Lego Group now wants to reduce its environmental impact and use sustainable materials
24 November 201523 November 2015 IKEA: By 2020 100% of our plastics will be from renewable or recycled sources Company’s sustainability strategy “People and Planet Positive” describes the steps
23 September 201521 September 2015 Increased forest cover require support for the private sector Keynote presentation at World Forestry Congress
31 August 201527 August 2015 The Bioeconomy Gets to the Fridge: Packaging is 100% Biobased Northern European countries are the leaders in packaging made from renewable sources
19 August 201517 August 2015 Furniture maker WallGoldfinger diverting wood products waste to other companies, non-profits Setting aside wood products’ waste for ReSOURCE, a non-profit focused on providing environmental services, poverty relief, and education and job skills training
23 June 201525 June 2015 LEGO Group to invest 1 Billion DKK boosting search for sustainable materials The LEGO Group establishes LEGO Sustainable Materials Centre and expects to recruit more than 100 employees in a significant step up on the 2030 ambition of finding and implementing sustainable alternatives to current materials
LEGO Gruppe investiert eine Milliarde Dänische Kronen zur Förderung der Suche nach nachhaltigen Materialien Die LEGO Gruppe richtet ein Forschungszentrum, das „LEGO Sustainable Materials Centre“ ein: Erwartet werden über 100 neue Arbeitsplätze – ein wichtiger Schritt bei der Erforschung und Nutzung nachhaltiger Alternativen zu den derzeitigen Materialien bis zum Jahr 2030
6 May 20155 May 2015 In talking about bio-based coffee cups Rob Heijink, category manager, Henk Jaap Buikema, vendor manager, and Michel Goossen from Douwe Egberts went together in conversation
9 April 20158 April 2015 World’s first fully renewable package available globally after successful introduction Following its successful introduction with Finnish dairy Valio, the world’s first fully renewable package, Tetra Rex® Bio-based, is now being rolled out to Tetra Pak customers worldwide
31 March 201530 March 2015 FSC erstmals auf der ANUGA: Gute Lebensmittel brauchen nachhaltige Verpackungen Verpackung ist wichtig, um die Qualität unserer Lebensmittel sicherzustellen und für die Kaufentscheidung mit ausschlaggebend
27 March 201526 March 2015 Forest Certification Update: Changes to the SFI and FSC Standards in 2015 Dovetail report comments, rate of change in the standards can cause marketplace frustration and confusion while also risking auditing inconsistencies
25 March 201524 March 2015 Tetra Pak reports good progress towards environmental goals Higher recycling rates, lower CO2 emissions and commercialisation of the world’s first 100% bio-based carton mark a successful year on several fronts
23 March 201520 March 2015 Regenwaldabholzung nimmt dramatisch zu Satellitenaufnahmen belegen, dass die Abholzung des Regenwaldes seit 2000 um 62 Prozent zunahm
5 February 20154 February 2015 Quality paper and cardboard from agricultural waste Dutch company Paper Wise giving a good example of circular economy
19 January 201516 January 2015 Vollständig erneuerbare Kartonverpackung jetzt im Handel Weltneuheit von Valio und Tetra Pak
12 December 201411 December 2014 UPM and WWF Finland co-operate to promote the sustainability of wood-based liquid biofuels Joint Venture to present a list of joint measures to be carried out
31 October 201430 October 2014 Novel bioplastic pouch concept by BioBag Biobased craft food packaging takes all demands of smaller companies
30 October 201429 October 2014 Sun protection Duco for biobased dental care building Creating a healthy and comfortable indoor climate that contributes to a healing environment
20 October 201417 October 2014 FSC® und PEFC Zertifizierung: TÜV SÜD erhöht Präsenz in Deutschland Unternehmen können zwischen getrennten oder kombinierten Zertifizierungssystemen wählen
FSC® and PEFC certification – TÜV SÜD boosts its presence on the German market Options for separate or combined certifications