Sofidel and WWF Italy have renewed their partnership on climate and energy transition, responsible forest sourcing, and stakeholder awareness.
Eighteen years after signing their first agreement, Sofidel said the collaboration has “delivered positive and measurable results, supporting and giving concrete expression to Sofidel’s decision to make sustainability a strategic driver of growth.”
The partnership began in 2008 when Sofidel joined WWF’s international Climate Savers programme, becoming the first Italian manufacturing company and the first tissue company worldwide to do so.
Luigi Lazzareschi, Chief Executive of Sofidel, said: “Our partnership with WWF has been a driving force from the very beginning.
“It has helped us build internal awareness, develop responsible energy and sourcing policies, and measure our progress rigorously.
“We believe this long-standing collaboration has been a valuable catalyst for cultural growth, helping Sofidel advance its sustainable growth journey on solid foundations.”
Alessandra Prampolini, Director General of WWF Italy, added: “Over time, this partnership has shown how open, constructive, and rigorous dialogue can help strengthen corporate strategies and turn commitments into tangible, positive results.
“Renewing this partnership today reaffirms our shared commitment to tackling environmental challenges with ambition and responsibility, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient future, together.”
The three areas of collaboration for 2026–2028:
On climate and energy, the partnership will support Sofidel in maintaining its commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Regarding forest sourcing, Sofidel and WWF will continue their collaboration, the scope of which extends across Europe and America with the support of WWF International.
Activities will include support in defining and updating responsible sourcing criteria, monitoring supply chains, and conducting an annual analysis of raw material origins to ensure traceability throughout the value chain.
This work builds on an ongoing effort that has already enabled Sofidel to source 100% of its virgin pulp from FSC- and PEFC-certified sources.
Sofidel’s commitment is recognised by leading international ESG rating platforms: in 2025, CDP awarded the Group an A- rating for Climate Change and Forests, with the highest score of A for Timber, as well as for Supplier Engagement on Climate Change.
Finally, EcoVadis awarded Sofidel the Platinum Medal, placing the company among the top 1% of companies worldwide with the highest scores
