Stora Enso, a global leader in sustainable packaging, biomaterials, and wooden construction, has introduced a new initiative called Beyond Board. This initiative aims to provide customers with the necessary tools and knowledge to make sustainable packaging decisions in a rapidly changing regulatory environment and shifting towards a circular economy.
Beyond Board offers a range of services, including sustainability training, regulatory support, circularity assessments, and Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs). Sustainability training is a key component of Beyond Board, targeting various roles within customer organizations to educate them on forestry, fibers, circularity, recyclability, and the environmental impact of packaging.
For customers looking to understand the end-of-life options for different packaging materials, circularity assessments are available through Beyond Board. These assessments explore collection, sorting, and recycling schemes, which can vary greatly across different markets. Additionally, LCA services provide a detailed analysis of the environmental impact of packaging options, allowing customers to make informed decisions.
Josefin Carlsson, head of services at Stora Enso Packaging Materials, emphasized the importance of providing unique industry insights and data-driven solutions to support customers in making sustainable investment decisions. Beyond Board goes beyond just products and aims to assist customers in transitioning to fiber-based circular packaging, offering benefits such as lower EPR fees and reduced carbon footprint to help meet net zero targets.
By offering a comprehensive range of services, Stora Enso’s Beyond Board initiative is designed to help businesses achieve their sustainability goals while navigating the complexities of the modern packaging landscape. The initiative is part of Stora Enso’s commitment to providing innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers.
Overall, Beyond Board represents a step forward in Stora Enso’s efforts to support customers in making informed and sustainable packaging decisions. With the increasing focus on sustainability and the circular economy, initiatives like Beyond Board play a crucial role in helping businesses adapt to changing regulations and consumer preferences. Stora Enso’s dedication to sustainability and innovation is evident in its Beyond Board initiative, which aims to empower customers to make a positive impact on the environment through their packaging choices.