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International Paper (NYSE:IP) publishes 2011 Sustainability Report
International Paper (NYSE:IP) publishes 2011 Sustainability Report
Published 05-24-12
Issued by International Paper Company
Summary
The report highlights the Company's sustainability commitment in every aspect of the business
Report Highlights
International Paper has released its 2011 Sustainability Report that showcases the company’s new suite of 12 voluntary sustainability goals.
“At International Paper, sustainability is more than a business practice,” said Chairman and CEO John Faraci. “Stewardship of the forestland and surrounding habitat is ingrained in our company’s DNA.”
The company expects to reach a number of goals by 2020, which include:
• 15% improvement of energy efficiency in purchased energy use
• 20% absolute reduction in global GHG emissions (Scope 1 and 2) associated with the production of products
• 15% global increase in third party certified fiber volume.
Sustainability highlights from 2011 include the following:
• Awarded a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Climate Leadership Award
• Met 71 percent of global paper mill energy requirements with renewable biomass
• Total Safety Incident Rate decreased to its lowest rate ever.
The report highlights International Paper’s sustainability commitment in every aspect of the business. “At every point of the International Paper supply chain – from the design of our paper and packaging, to the people and manufacturing processes, to end-use recycling and other beneficial uses, International Paper strives for a sustainable product life cycle,” added Faraci.
This report, available in print and online, achieves a B-level application of the Global Reporting Initiative’s (GRI) guidelines. To view the report or request a printed copy, please visit www.ipsustainability.com
About International Paper
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global paper and packaging company with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America, Russia, Asia and North Africa. Its businesses include uncoated papers and industrial and consumer packaging, complemented by xpedx, the company's North American distribution company.
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International Paper Company
International Paper Company
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com