Sustainability at Papyrus

At Papyrus, we are set on making positive change. We work for our planet, our people and for all.

We are a reliable partner with a core offering of efficient delivery solutions for fine paper, office paper, graphic board and graphic speciality products, primarily for printers and converters. We provide hassle-free solutions for the workplace, so you can always stay one step ahead of the competition.

We have expanded our focus to meet the changing needs of our customers. Today, our portfolio includes not only high-quality paper products, but also a comprehensive range of cleaning and hygiene products, office supplies, personal protective equipment and packaging products for retailers and retail chains, marketed under the Scaldia brand.

In addition, we offer a wide range of services that facilitate our customers' daily operations, including our webshops. This strategic diversification enables us to better serve our customers in various sectors while maintaining our commitment to sustainability.

The choices we make regarding our product range, supply channels, the talent we support, the company culture and the daily operations say a lot about who we are and what we do. That is our legacy.

So let's join forces as partners, colleagues and friends to raise the bar in areas where we can have the greatest impact.

Environmental

We work to protect our planet and its resources, and are committed to lowering our carbon emissions through collaboration in our supply chain.

Social

We invest in the development of our employees and encourage feedback on how to drive and shape our company together. We belive our employees are the key to success.

Governance

We are more than just a company – we are an active member working to increase interaction between us, our stakeholders and the community in which we operate.

Highlight of our sustainability efforts

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

We are committed to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals aligning our strategy with global priorities, demonstrate social and environmental responsibility, while identify opportunities for positive impact and long-term value creation.

Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®)

As a wholesaler of paper and paper-based products, we are proud to be FSC® certified, ensuring our products come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social, and economic benefits.

Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC)

Papyrus is proud to be PEFC certified. Taking good care of forests both globally and locally is what PEFC stands for. The organisation works to protect forests by promoting sustainable forestry through certification.

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

We are committed to the SBTi to set targets and action plans to lower our greenhouse gas emissions as described in the Paris Agreement.

EcoVadis

Ecovadis is an internationally recognized sustaibablility assessment tool. We use it to evaluate and ensure the effectiveness of our sustainability management system.

The Amfori Business Social Compliance Initiative

This platform enables us to conduct independent external audits of suppliers worldwide, promoting fair and safe working conditions across our supply chain.

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

GRI is an international, independent standards organization that provides a framework for companies to report on their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts in a transparent and consistent way.