11/05/2026
When it comes to corporate sustainability, setting ambitious targets is only part of the story.
Real progress is rarely perfect or linear. That’s why it’s just as important to celebrate what works as it is to be open about where we fall short – and to keep learning along the way.
As our Director Sustainability Sarah Price says in our latest Sustainability Highlights 25/26 report, “Our progress is driven by consistency, commitment and practical action over time.”
At Sappi Europe, we track that progress against key UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Here’s a snapshot of how we performed against our 2025 targets, from a 2019 baseline:
✅ We’ve decreased our specific greenhouse gas emissions (scope 1 and 2) by almost 50% – almost double our 25% target
✅ We’ve increased our share of renewable and clean energy by more than 27% – more than double our target of 11%
✅ We’ve decreased our specific landfilled solid waste by 47.5% – well beyond our target of a minimum decrease of 5%
❌ We’ve increased our specific total energy use by almost 11% – missing our target of a 5% decrease
Overall, we’ve met or exceeded eight out of 12 targets. The full set of results – successes and challenges alike – is detailed in our Sustainability Highlights 25/26 publication.
Looking ahead, we’re now measuring our progress against new targets for 2030 – targets focusing on a broader set of priorities including biodiversity management and water reduction.
Because meaningful sustainability progress is built on transparency, accountability and sustained action over time.
Link to the report in the comments ⬇️.
