Papercycle, the leading recyclability assessment and certification service for fibre-based products and materials developed by the Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) has been shortlisted for the prestigious Stationers’ Innovation Excellence Awards 2024. In just one year since its launch, our dedication to promoting sustainability and innovation in the paper and packaging industry has earned us recognition in two key categories: Business Process and Start-Ups. Our team has consistently embraced new challenges and opportunities, creating a credible and comprehensive assessment tool while remaining at the forefront of innovation.
The Stationers’ Innovation Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding achievements and pioneering advancements within the communications and content industries. Being shortlisted for these two prestigious awards is a testament to Papercycle’s commitment to fostering sustainable practices and driving positive change within the industry. The awards ceremony will be held at Stationers' Hall on October 11, 2024.
Papercycle has been acknowledged for revolutionising business processes through recyclability assessments, offering comprehensive solutions that enhance the recyclability and sustainability of fibre-based products and materials. Our recyclability assessment and technical review service, coupled with the CPI Design for Recyclability Guidelines, have set high standards in the industry, empowering brands and retailers to make informed decisions during product development.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our members, product developers, brands, and retailers for their unwavering trust and support. Their collaboration and commitment to sustainability have been integral to our success. Together, we are making significant strides towards a greener future.
“We are incredibly honoured to be shortlisted for the Stationers’ Innovation Excellence Awards 2024,” said Dimitra Rappou, Executive Director - Sustainable Products. “This achievement is a reflection of our team’s hard work, the trust of our partners, and our shared vision for a sustainable future. We are excited to continue our journey, driving innovation and sustainability in the paper and packaging industry.”
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About Papercycle
Papercycle is a recyclability assessment and certification service dedicated to determining the recyclability of fibre-based packaging formats and materials, including which types of mills can reprocess specific types of packaging for the UK, and beyond. Supported by the UK’s Paper-based Industries it has been developed by the Confederation of Paper Industries. http://www.papercycle.org.uk
About Confederation of Paper Industries
The Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) is the leading trade association representing the UK’s Paper-based Industries, comprising paper and board manufacturers and converters, corrugated packaging producers, makers of soft tissue papers, and collectors of paper for recycling.
CPI unifies the UK’s Paper-based Industries behind the promotion of paper’s intrinsic value as a uniquely renewable and recyclable resource. We aim to enhance the industry’s competitiveness by advocating an appropriate legislative and regulatory regime in the UK, EU and globally, and also by sharing best practice within the CPI membership.
CPI represents an industry with an aggregate annual turnover of £13 billion, with 56,000 direct and a further 59,000 indirect employees.