(UPM, Helsinki, 10 September
2015, at 9:30 EET) – UPM has been listed as the industry leader in the Dow Jones
European and World Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for 2015-2016. UPM is listed in
the indices for the fourth year in a row. "Being listed in the Dow Jones
Sustainability Index is a recognition for excellent environmental performance,
responsible sourcing practices and strict corporate governance, but also a sign
of successful communications and engagement with our stakeholders. We actively
share our activities with our stakeholders and their impacts on the environment,
people and economy, which has been positively noted", says Pirkko
Harrela, Executive Vice President, Stakeholder Relations.
The annual Corporate
Sustainability Assessment is conducted by an investment specialist RobecoSAM,
and is based on a rigorous analysis of economic, environmental and social
performance of the world's leading companies, assessing issues covering climate
change strategies, supply chain standards, labour practices, corporate
governance and risk management. The DJSI follows a best-in-class approach,
recognising companies across all industries that outperform their peers in
sustainability metrics.
For further
information please contact:
Sami Lundgren, Director, Ecolabels and
reporting, Environment and Responsibility, UPM,
tel.+358 40 580 0910
UPM, Media
relations
9.00-16.00 EET
tel. +358 40
588 3284
media@upm.com
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Through the renewing of the
bio and forest industries, UPM is building a sustainable future across six
business areas: UPM Biorefining, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Paper Asia, UPM
Paper Europe and North America and UPM Plywood. Our products are made of
renewable raw materials and are recyclable. We serve our customers worldwide.
The group employs around 20,000 people and its annual sales are approximately
EUR 10 billion. UPM shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki. UPM – The Biofore
Company – www.upm.com
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