We’re actively committed to respecting our planet.
That’s why Navigator decided to launch a range that aims to compensate carbon emissions through its engagement and support in reforestation projects.
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So, how do we make it work? Simple.
As pioneers in carbon offsetting projects in Europe, we had to team up with top entities, in order to achieve the most serious results.
Firstly, we use CEPI’s (Confederation of European Paper Industries) carbon footprint framework for paper and cardboard products - The 10 Toes - which is the methodology used by most European paper makers.
This program consists of 10 steps, each of them analyzing a different stage of the production process and its carbon footprint.
Learn more about CEPI’s framework
We also team up with EURO-GRAPH, the European Association of Graphic Paper Producers, to execute their forest to the mill-gate/warehouse approach.
Based on CEPI’s Guidelines, it allows for the outcome of a real and accurate carbon footprint, which is normally presented in units of kg or g of CO2 equivalent (e.g. per tonne of product produced).
These calculations take into consideration the bounderies of the cut-off criteria, as well as conversion factors adopted along the latest version of the manual used by EUROGRAPH members.
Finally, we get a “thumbs up” from Ecoprogresso, a consulting firm specialized in climate change, energy and carbon management, which certifies Navigator’s paper offsetting projects.
Why are we doing this?
Because our climate is changing.
And that’s a fact.
Because our climate is changing.
And that’s a fact.
According to MIT, if we don’t act now, our planet will reach an increase of 5.3o in its average temperature by 2150.*
Actually, a new report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPPC)** shows temperatures rising even more quickly than expected while showing the long-term effects of increased CO2 in the air.
This is why consumers need to see real action from companies they trust.
With Navigator leading the way, the European paper industry is already a major player in the global effort to reduce CO2 emissions through the industry’s preeminent position in generation and use of renewable energy.
*Energy and Climate Outlook (MIT), 2015.
**Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPPC), 2021.
Moreover, the entire carbon footprint of this ream, from the forest to the consumer, has been offset through forest* plantations.
*Emissions associated with producing fibre, other raw materials and fuels, transport, pulp and paper mills, purchased electricity.
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The raw main fibre used Eucalyptus globulus allows the production of the same paper volume with 40% less wood than pine.
The Navigator Nature A4 ream features lighter yet thicker paper, which corresponds to 2.7kg of fixed CO2.
By choosing this ream, you enable the planting of trees that offset all of the fossil emissions linked to its production.
We know that forests are important assets for capturing CO2, we invest to nurture them.
CO2, remains fixed in the sheets of paper over time, whether they are archived or recycled.
We are planting a total of 15,38 hectares of pine, cork oak and strawberry trees in Penamacor and Oleiros, in Portugal.
Emissions associated with paper production will be offset through three forestry projects: 5.88 hectares in Ferreiras and 4 hectares in Canafixal (both in Penamacor), and 5.5 hectares in Fonte Carvalhos (Oleiros). These projects are managed and implemented by NAVIGATOR on its own land in accordance with best forestry practices.