The investment will accelerate PulPac’s research and development over a five-year period (2025–2029), with a focus on next-generation food service and retail packaging.
Environment
Vehicle joins regular fleet in Värmland–Närke to assess performance under rural conditions.
Kiilto has introduced Kiilto Biomelt, the world’s first biodegradable hot melt adhesive, made from 70% bio-based raw materials.
The project’s final investment decision is expected in 2026, with commercial production for the first factory stage set to begin in 2028. The project is intended to be implemented in three phases, each valued at approximately Euro 300 million.
FE holds 8.2 million ha under 418 certificates by 18 April 2024—including 354 CoC and 64 FM/CoC—versus FSC’s 63.0 million ha under 1 344 certificates on 31 January 2022.
PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoate) barrier coatings are biodegradable in various environments including marine, freshwater, and soil.
Södra is now leading a major project to develop planners’ tools using remote sensing and next-generation AI technology.
The projects range from soil and growing forests to innovative solutions contributing to the green transition.
Jartek’s carbon footprint has been officially calculated.
One-third of Church-managed forest to adopt nature-based methods under new sustainability proposal.
During the almost six-year contract period, mussel habitats will be mapped, inventoried and restored, watercourses will be restored and managed, and information system data will be improved.
Early detection of wildfire plays a crucial role in reducing risks, lowering suppression costs and protecting communities. Using 5G technology, the cameras detect smoke from wildfires and provide real-time data to support evacuation planning, resource deployment and wildfire behaviour predictions.
Cross-laminated timber and biomass use expand as Forest Service targets long-term wood supply.
The facility is scheduled for completion in 2027 and will then be the first commercial plant of its kind in Sweden and the world’s largest producer of kraft lignin.
The plant produces a renewable alternative to fossil coal using sustainably sourced biomass, specifically pre-commercial thinnings of certified forests in Finland.
Sonae Arauco announces a 12% increase in the volume of wood collected at its recycling centers and an increase to 809 thousand tons of recycled wood incorporated into its finished products.
Research partnership with EFI and Preferred by Nature aims to scale biodiversity-focused practices across European forests.
Appointees include UBC forestry faculty, union leaders, and government officials.
The first products from this partnership are expected to be commercially available in Europe later this year
Priority goes to high-risk firesheds covered by Emergency Situation Determinations.