UPM has been listed as the only forest and paper industry company in the Dow Jones Global and European Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for the years 2024-2025. The indices cover environmental, social, and governance aspects of responsibility.
“We are committed to creating value for our customers by using sustainable, renewable resources, reducing our environmental footprint, and increasing our positive societal impact. Sustainability is a core strategic value for UPM.”
Sami Lundgren, Vice President, Responsibility, UPM
This commitment is strongly visible in the company’s updated strategy published in September. UPM’s business portfolio is based on sustainable feedstocks and fossil-free energy, positioning the company for growth in renewable fibers, advanced materials, and decarbonization solutions, while graphic papers continue to generate strong cash flows. UPM has also successfully issued a new EUR 600 million Green Bond in 2024 under its Green Finance Framework further enhancing Dow Jones Global and European Sustainability Indices (DJSI). With the fourth issuance, UPM has further strengthened its position as one of the largest corporate Green Bond issuers in the Nordics, with a total of EUR 2,350 million issued.
“These Green Bonds link our financing to our sustainability goals and support our overall strategy,”
Sami Lundgren, Vice President, Responsibility, UPM
UPM delivers renewable and responsible solutions and innovates for a future beyond fossils across six business areas: UPM Fibres, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Communication Papers, and UPM Plywood. They are committed to the UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the science-based targets to mitigate climate change.UPM develops renewable and recyclable products to replace fossil-based materials. It produces biofuels, biochemicals, labels, and high-quality paper, among other offerings. With a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability, UPM aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, making it a pioneer in creating a future beyond fossils. Innovation is at the heart of UPM’s operations, with substantial investment in R&D for products like lignin-based resins, sustainable packaging, and next-generation biofuels. UPM is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030, aligning with its ambitious environmental targets.