Smurfit Kappa Colombia has announced a new alliance with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Colombia to highlight the protection and conservation of forests in the country. Under the new partnership, both organisations will work together to restore, expand and protect forests and ecosystems that are the habitat of several species of flora and fauna.
The alliance is a further example of Smurfit Kappa’s commitment to the highest sustainability standards in relation to both the environment and the communities in which it is based. The partnership will also see the use of the WWF branding of the iconic panda on the commercial paper bags produced by Smurfit Kappa Colombia. The paper bags, which are manufactured using virgin paper from renewable wood which is sourced from commercial forestry plantations, are 100% recyclable and biodegradable and have FSC© certification.
Commenting on the new alliance, Juan Guillermo Castaneda, CEO of Smurfit Kappa The Americas, said: “This new alliance is further proof that sustainability is at the core of our business and that Smurfit Kappa has a deep commitment to the circular economy and contributing to the communities in which we operate.”
Alvaro Jose Henao, CEO of Smurfit Kappa Colombia, added: “We are proud to be working with WWF Colombia to protect forests, mangroves, flora and fauna in the country because we both recognise how vital they are to our existence.”
Sandra Valenzuela, COO of WWF Colombia, said: “Since 1961, the WWF has worked to develop innovative solutions that protect people, communities and wildlife so we are delighted to have formed this partnership with Smurfit Kappa Colombia.”
