Environmental labels & certifications
At Antalis, we prioritise certified papers, endorsed by internationally acclaimed labels and certificates such as FSC®, PEFC, EU Ecolabel, Blue Angel and others for quality and environmental sustainability.
We carefully select products with strong environmental credentials and use Antalis Green Star System™ scoring to classify them. Today 54% of our paper products score three, four or five star ratings, being either recycled, FSC® or PEFC certified and manufactured in mills awarded with the European Ecolabel, as well as being certified to ISO 14001 standards.
Here are some more details to explain these certificates and their criteria.
FSC / PEFC
FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council) and PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) are two leading organisations focused on promoting sustainable forestry worldwide. Both organisations advocate responsible management of forests at international and national levels, focusing on social, economic and ecologic aspects. To grant their labels, both organisations assess forest and forest based products against their respective standards, following strict processes. We are continuously growing the share of our certified paper products as part of our environmental engagement and as a support to our customers in making environmentally conscious choices.
Blue Angel
A German environmental label Blue Angel is the oldest environmental certification, which guarantees that a product meets high standards when it comes to its environmental, health and performance characteristics. The product is evaluated across its lifecycle and is based on the criteria of using 100% recycled fibres without any chemicals or whitening solvents. We offer our customers a portfolio of 100% recycled papers, Blue Angel certified, to meet the most demanding of environmental requirements.
European Ecolabel
European Ecolabel, a voluntary scheme established by the European Union, awards the products and services that meet rigorous environmental standards. A well-standardised certification process considers several factors such as energy efficiency, waste reduction and product environmental impact through its lifecycle in order to grant the label. It helps customers to identify and select eco-responsible products and make more sustainable choices. We supply paper products from EU Ecolabel certified mills, meeting ISO 14000 standards for environmental management.
Cradle to Cradle
The Cradle to Cradle® product certification is a global standard, which rigorously evaluates products for their material health, water stewardship, renewable energy use, product reuse and social fairness. Achieving this certification means committing to circular economy principles, sustainable product design and responsible source management. We continue to enlarge our range, focusing on the circular approach with a current offer of 25 paper products, Cradle to Cradle® product certified.
