Advancing sustainability at Ahlstrom

As a specialty materials company, we have the capabilities and responsibility to address the global sustainability challenges. Through our innovation, technology, and products, we have a unique opportunity to have a real impact on the shift towards a sustainable and circular economy.

2023 in numbers

  • 27%

    share of new and improved products in terms of sustainability

  • 7%

    reduction in CO2 emissions

  • 26%

    women from top leaders

Our commitment

We are dedicated to protecting the planet and nature. We follow the UN Global Compact’s environmental principles and work to prevent environmental damage, promote responsibility, and encourage eco-friendly technologies. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint to align with the 1.5°C target set by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aim to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050.

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Safe and sustainable products

We create safe and sustainable fiber-based products to tackle today's environmental challenges. Our innovation platform helps us develop new solutions that are profitable and more sustainable. We responsibly source fibers and use advanced technology to enhance their functionality.

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Environment

At Ahlstrom, we care for the environment in which we operate, ensuring our activities contribute to a healthier planet. We are committed to designing products and manufacturing processes that use energy, water, and raw materials more efficiently. We focus on using cleaner energy and reducing emissions intensity in our energy systems. 

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People and communities

We are strongly committed to respecting the highest standards of human rights in our operations and supply chains, build close, long-term relationships with the communities that host our production sites, and provide safe and healthy work environments free from discrimination and full of opportunity for our team. Ahlstrom’s continued progress in these three priority areas is essential to our long-term success. When people thrive, we thrive.

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Policies and certifications

Accountability and responsibility in everything we do. We have solid processes and controls to secure compliance and good governance throughout our operations and value chain.

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Sustainability is at the heart of our business

  • EcoVadis Platinum Rating

    We have been recognized for our sustainability performance by receiving the EcoVadis Platinum Rating, placing our Group among the top 1 percent of companies assessed by EcoVadis.

  • UN Global Compact

    Participating in the United Nations Global Compact affirms our commitment to upholding human rights, responsible labor practices, environmental quality, and anti-corruption practices.

  • Science Based Targets initiative

    Ahlstrom commits to reducing absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emission by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.