The European paper industry has already delivered a successful decoupling of carbon emissions from economic growth while reducing carbon emissions by 29% from 2005 to date, having product volumes increased and proved the climate friendliness of its products thanks to certified raw materials and a world class performance in recycling.
Our objective is to be the most competitive, innovative and sustainable provider of net-zero carbon solutions in 2050, namely by strengthening the role of wood and wood-based products in our daily lives, substituting critical or CO2-intensive raw materials and fossil energy and closing material loops by boosting collection and recycling. We wish to play a central role in satisfying the daily needs of Europeans and offering solutions that contribute to a sustainable lifestyle.
Activities
How does the competitive European industry contribute to climate neutrality?
Cepi’s position paper on the review of the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED)
Press release: A series of EU Parliament votes on Fit for 55 sends wrong signals on industry decarbonisation & bioeconomy development
Reaction paper: Options for ensuring security of energy supply and tackling high energy prices
Press release: Forest fibre could be the future of Europe’s textile industry
Press release: EU Commission Proposal for a Regulation on ecodesign underlines important principles of sustainability
Fit for 55 series: What does it take to become a front-runner?
Statement: As a provider of solutions to the EU’s strategic dependencies, the pulp & paper sector must be allowed to ‘keep the lights on’
Europe’s bioeconomy is a readily available solution to the EU’s dependence on fossil fuels
Joint statement on the use of high-efficiency cogeneration (CHP) by industrial operators
Fit for 55: How to stay competitive in the global market?