UPM Raflatac
 

As our partner, you are part of revolutionizing
the sustainability of packaging

Consumer demand for sustainable products and solutions has never been higher. As one of the world's leading producers of self-adhesive label materials, UPM Raflatac plays a crucial role in driving more sustainable labeling solutions, free of fossil fuels.

The solutions we offer for our customers are the product of continuous development of innovative future solutions. Our commitment to sustainability allows our customers to provide the best sustainable options to consumers without compromising end-product performance. By working with us, you are contributing to a critical mission – a future beyond fossils.

 

Sustainability at UPM Raflatac

Sustainability is at the core of how we operate. Read more about our actions, and find out how by working with us, you are part of building a more sustainable future.

Performance & reporting

Climate action
Responsible sourcing and manufacturing

Responsible sourcing & manufacturing 

Social responsibility

Partnerships & collaboration
 

We are aligned with the UPM Group’s climate ambition

Ambitiously towards a future beyond fossils

Read more about UPM’s climate commitments
 
 

We are contributing to UN’s Sustainable Development Goals

We are actively promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development published by the UN. In addition to participating in global initiatives, such as the UN Global Compact LEAD, we also work with several local expert organizations to promote and achieve the SDGs. ​

We have defined goals for improvement in the areas where our negative impact is consequential, and on the other hand, where the potential for positive impact is the greatest. While we take note of all SDGs, we focus on eight of the most relevant ones where our contribution is the most valuable. An example of a concrete action with a powerful impact is our Biofore Site program, which measures factory performance and sustainability based on nearly 40 indicators.

 
Sustainable development goal 12
Sustainable development goal 13
 
 

What is the purpose of SDGs?

Learn more about SDGs from UN.org
 

Increased environmental, social and economic
production site performance

With the SDGs in mind, we developed the Biofore Site program that aims to improve our production sites’ environmental, social and economic performance to meet UPM’s 2030 targets while taking our stakeholders' focus areas into consideration.

For instance, switching to fully renewable electricity in 6 (out of our 10) sites has contributed to a 47% reduction in our operational and purchased energy emissions since 2015. A continuous improvement approach helps improve site performance and develop the sustainable solutions we offer our customers.

Learn more about UPM’s 2030 targets

 

The Biofore Site program facilitates the growth of a strong sustainability culture and employee engagement while increasing transparency. Our contribution to SDG 12, in which packaging is part of sustainable consumption and production, is particularly relevant.

Read more about the Biofore Site program

 

Demonstrating our commitment to SDGs

Fernando Castellanos from UN Global Compact: "Business involvement in climate action is critical"
Story | 07/25/2024 06:48:33 | 6 min

Fernando Castellanos from UN Global Compact: "Business involvement in climate action is critical"

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UPM Raflatac wins 2023 TLMI Calvin Frost Elevation Sustainability Award
News | 11/14/2023 16:00:00 | 3 min

UPM Raflatac wins 2023 TLMI Calvin Frost Elevation Sustainability Award

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To reach carbon neutrality, the imperative is to act now
Blog | 05/09/2022 08:59:00 | 4 min

To reach carbon neutrality, the imperative is to act now

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