Sustainability

As a global leader in sustainable packaging, we are proud to create solutions from renewable and recyclable materials that deliver a better future for all.

We are committed to helping create a greener, bluer planet, supporting people and communities, and being an impactful business for all of our stakeholders.

Our sustainability priorities

PLANET
The circular economy has long been the core of our business. We use renewable, recyclable, and recycled materials to create innovative, sustainable packaging solutions. As a leading recycler, we play our part in ensuring that our products are recycled at their end-of-life. Our model helps our customers deliver on their sustainability goals.
PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES
We are committed to the well-being of our talented people, providing an inclusive and safe place to work in our globally and culturally diverse organization. Our engagement and support extends to the communities where we live and work.
IMPACTFUL BUSINESS
Through our activities, we aim to create sustainable value for our customers, investors, employees, suppliers and the communities in which we are privileged to operate. We innovate and partner with our customers to create packaging solutions to help replace less sustainable materials and reduce their carbon footprint. We do this with the highest ethical business standards.

Our Open Community

Our Open Community Booklet 2024

In our heart-warming 'Our Open Community' booklet, we're proud to share with you a snapshot of some of the inspiring activities that took place in 2024.

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Our approach to sustainability

Circularity and a world without waste

We aim to contribute to a world without waste and strive continuously to advance circularity. We work to reduce our resource use and to recycle and reuse materials and products, rethinking the production process and maximizing the beneficial use of byproducts. Our innovative packaging solutions help customers reduce waste, enhance circularity and achieve their sustainability goals.

Developing People and Empowering Communities

We are committed to fostering a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can be their authentic selves. We are deeply committed to our communities and collaborating with them. We encourage our local teams to engage with their communities through social and environmental projects and initiatives.

Sustainable Forestry

We focus on sustainable forest management through Chain of Custodycertified practices. We are committed to sustainable forestry practices and recognize the importance of protecting and preserving biodiversity and nature. From responsible sourcing to conservation initiatives, we are dedicated to promoting a greener, bluer planet.

Water stewardship

While we are more of a processor of water rather than a net consumer, we work to reduce the water we use and ensure we return high quality water back to the environment. We also work to protect forests, which in turn support healthy water systems for the future.

UN SDGs

We recognize the importance of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Aligning strategic priority areas with the UN SDGs framework supports a global effort for sustainable development.

Sustainability reporting

Our sustainability publications

Smurfit Westrock Sustainability Report 2024

Smurfit Kappa Sustainable Development Report 2023

Smurfit Kappa Sustainable Development Highlights 2023

2023 WestRock Sustainability Report

2022 WestRock Sustainability Report

Green Finance Framework

Smurfit Westrock's Green Finance Framework is reflective of the sustainable nature of the Company’s business model. The eligibility criteria span the geographic scope of the Company's operations and take into account its efforts to use certified, sustainable raw materials in its products and implement circular production processes that are subject to continuous improvement, both in terms of environmental and social metrics.

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Smurfit Westrock Green Finance Framework 2024