Sustainability | Graphics Packaging International

Our Sustainability Journey

Shaping a better future through responsible packaging, ethical sourcing, and planet-friendly goals.

Better, Every Day: Our Sustainability Pillars

Better Packaging

Innovating sustainable paper-based packaging, reducing plastics, and creating recyclable solutions like Boardio™, CleanClose™, and EnviroClip™.

Better for People

We prioritize safety, diversity, equity, inclusion, and investing in our employees and local communities worldwide.

Better Future

We're targeting net-zero emissions by 2050 with science-based climate goals, renewable energy, and environmental leadership.

2030 & 2050 Sustainability Goals

🌍 Replace ~1 billion plastic packages with recyclable fiber-based solutions by 2030.
🌱 Ensure 97% of packaging is recyclable, renewable, or compostable.
⚡ Source 100% renewable electricity in EMEA facilities.
🏭 Achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, with interim 2030 targets.
📦 Maintain 89%+ certified fiber sourcing from sustainably managed forests.
🎓 Enhance diversity, equity & inclusion through leadership programs and community outreach.

Recognition & Reporting

Environmental Leadership

GPI is recognized by MSCI (AA Rating), CDP (Management Level), and EcoVadis (Top 91%).

Transparency & Tracking

We publish annual sustainability reports and track progress against key performance indicators across the value chain.

We’re Building a More Sustainable Tomorrow

Join us in reducing environmental impact and delivering packaging with purpose.

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