International Paper Forms Office of Sustainability

MEMPHIS, Tenn.—International Paper has announced the creation of an Office of Sustainability to champion company-wide conservation and natural resources stewardship strategies and to support the environmental goals of its customers.

The office will focus its efforts around wood fiber, conservation, air, water, life-cycle analysis, and other natural resources issues as they pertain to the needs of International Paper customers. The team’s work will include raising awareness of key sustainability issues, leading third-party certification and product labeling efforts, developing innovative partnerships with stakeholders, and implementing policies that support the company’s sustainability objectives.