--- title: Sustainability Philosophy and Commitment description: M2S Group’s approach to sustainable papers and films includes innovative products and processes that reduce overall environmental impact. image: https://m2sgroup.com/hubfs/Logo/SVGs/logo-M2S_Full-Color.svg --- [![M2S Logo Horiz_w brand icons_Final WHITE2](https://m2sgroup.com/hubfs/Logo/SVGs/M2S%20Logo%20Horiz_w%20brand%20icons_Final%20WHITE2.svg "M2S Logo Horiz_w brand icons_Final WHITE2")](https://m2sgroup.com/?hsLang=en) - [About](https://m2sgroup.com/about) - [Our Companies](https://m2sgroup.com/our-companies) Our Companies - [Appvion](https://appvion.com/) - [Decorative Films](https://www.decorativefilm.com/) - [Iconex](https://www.iconex.com/) - [Nekoosa](https://nekoosa.com/) - [Our Team](https://m2sgroup.com/our-team) - Sustainability Sustainability - [Our Commitment](https://m2sgroup.com/sustainability) - [Our Pathways](https://m2sgroup.com/pathways) - [Contact](https://m2sgroup.com/contact) [![M2S Logo Horiz_w brand icons_Final WHITE2](https://m2sgroup.com/hubfs/Logo/SVGs/M2S%20Logo%20Horiz_w%20brand%20icons_Final%20WHITE2.svg "M2S Logo Horiz_w brand icons_Final WHITE2")](https://m2sgroup.com/?hsLang=en) - [About](https://m2sgroup.com/about) - [Our Companies](https://m2sgroup.com/our-companies) Our Companies - [Appvion](https://appvion.com/) - [Decorative Films](https://www.decorativefilm.com/) - [Iconex](https://www.iconex.com/) - [Nekoosa](https://nekoosa.com/) - [Our Team](https://m2sgroup.com/our-team) - Sustainability Sustainability - [Our Commitment](https://m2sgroup.com/sustainability) - [Our Pathways](https://m2sgroup.com/pathways) - [Contact](https://m2sgroup.com/contact) [![M2S Logo Horiz_w brand icons_Final-RGB](https://m2sgroup.com/hubfs/Logo/SVGs/M2S%20Logo%20Horiz_w%20brand%20icons_Final-RGB.svg "M2S Logo Horiz_w brand icons_Final-RGB")](https://m2sgroup.com/?hsLang=en) - [About](https://m2sgroup.com/about) - [Our Companies](https://m2sgroup.com/our-companies) Our Companies - [Appvion](https://appvion.com/) - [Decorative Films](https://www.decorativefilm.com/) - [Iconex](https://www.iconex.com/) - [Nekoosa](https://nekoosa.com/) - [Our Team](https://m2sgroup.com/our-team) - Sustainability Sustainability - [Our Commitment](https://m2sgroup.com/sustainability) - [Our Pathways](https://m2sgroup.com/pathways) - [Contact](https://m2sgroup.com/contact) # Our Commitment to Sustainability #### Building a Sustainable Future with Materials for Tomorrow At M2S, sustainability is at the core of everything we do. From responsible sourcing to innovative product development, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact while driving long-term value for our customers, team members, and communities. [Download the Report](https://m2sgroup.com/hubfs/PDFs/M2S%20Sustainability%20Book%2005.06.25%20-%20Compressed.pdf?hsLang=en) ## Transparency & Progress: Our Sustainability Roadmap --- #### M2S is committed to improving our sustainability efforts at every turn. Our latest Sustainability Roadmap Report highlights our achievements, ongoing projects, and future initiatives. ## Our Path to a Greener Future --- M2S is embedding sustainability into every aspect of our business. Watch to learn how. ##### Guiding Our Journey ## Six Key Sustainability Pathways --- Our sustainability strategy is built around six key pathways, ensuring a comprehensive and actionable approach to responsible business practices. ### ![Safety](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Safety.png?width=174&height=174&name=Safety.png) #### **Safety and Wellness** Ensuring health and well-being of our team members   ### ![Safety](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Safety.png?width=100&height=100&name=Safety.png) #### Safety and Wellness 2024 Accomplishments: Reduced workplace injuries by over 50%. 2025 and Beyond Goals: Achieve ZERO safety incidents and improve employee well-being. ### ![TeamDevelopment](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/TeamDevelopment.png?width=174&height=174&name=TeamDevelopment.png) #### **Nurturing Team Potential** Growing talent, building leaders   ### ![TeamDevelopment](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/TeamDevelopment.png?width=100&height=100&name=TeamDevelopment.png) #### Nurturing Team Potential 2024 Accomplishments: Invested $600K+ in our team members. 2025 and Beyond Goals: Invest $750K+ in our team members. ### ![Environment](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Environment.png?width=174&height=174&name=Environment.png) #### **Low Environmental Impact** Minimizing our environmental footprint   ### ![Environment](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Environment.png?width=100&height=100&name=Environment.png) #### Low Environmental Impact 2024 Accomplishments: Cut GHG emissions by more than 9%. 2025 and Beyond Goals: Reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 25% by 2030. ### ![Eco-Innovation](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Eco-Innovation.png?width=174&height=174&name=Eco-Innovation.png) #### **Eco-Innovation** Developing sustainable products and solutions   ### ![Eco-Innovation](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Eco-Innovation.png?width=100&height=100&name=Eco-Innovation.png) #### Eco-Innovation 2024 Accomplishments: Expanded sustainable product offerings across all companies. 2025 and Beyond Goals: 100% of new product launches meet at least one sustainability criterion. ### ![Community](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Community.png?width=174&height=174&name=Community.png) #### **Community Empowerment** Engaging and supporting our communities   ### ![Community](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Community.png?width=100&height=100&name=Community.png) #### Community Empowerment 2024 Accomplishments: Contributed $300K+ to support local community initiatives. 2025 and Beyond Goals: Reinvest $500K+ in our local communities. ### ![SupplyChain](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/SupplyChain.png?width=174&height=174&name=SupplyChain.png) #### **Sustainable Supply Chains** Ensuring transparent, responsible networks   ### ![SupplyChain](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/SupplyChain.png?width=100&height=100&name=SupplyChain.png) #### Sustainable Supply Chains 2024 Accomplishments: 96% of our basestock is sourced from sustainably certified materials. 2025 and Beyond Goals: Reduce Scope 3 supply chain GHG emissions by 10% by 2030. ## Sustainability Is Everyone’s Responsibility --- Our approach to sustainability isn’t just a corporate initiative, it’s a core belief that’s embedded into the goals of every department. Our Executive Steering Committee leads the charge, ensuring accountability and progress in all aspects of sustainability. **Key highlights include:  ** - Sustainability is connected to every department's goals.                  - Cross-functional collaboration driving real-world impact. - Leadership and direction from The Executive Steering Committee. > #### Our company is integrating sustainability as the focal point for our business strategy so we can be the best company possible for all our stakeholders. We are committed to investing and taking deliberate actions to keep our team members safe and healthy, minimize environmental impacts from our operations, and make our communities better places because we are a part of them. ![Paul Charapata](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Headshots-11-2024/Paul%20Charapata.png?width=150&height=150&name=Paul%20Charapata.png) Paul Charapata M2S Group CEO ##### Innovation Meets Sustainability ## Our Sustainable Product Portfolios     --- M2S Group is a true leader in the development of sustainable materials and solutions to support a greener, more eco-friendly future. Each of our business units offers dedicated product portfolios to help minimize environmental impact while maximizing performance. ***Explore our sustainable product portfolios.*** ![EarthChem](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/logo_EarthChem-2.png?width=533&height=267&name=logo_EarthChem-2.png) #### EarthChem™ Sustainable chemistry solutions for thermal and coated papers. [Learn More About EarthChem™](https://appvion.com/sustainability) ![Logos-Solyx](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/Logos-Solyx.png?width=400&height=200&name=Logos-Solyx.png) #### UltraGreen® High-performance, energy-saving, and eco-friendly architectural film products. [Learn More About UltraGreen®](https://www.decorativefilm.com/ultragreen-sustainable-films) ![Logos-StickyMedia-v2](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/Logos-StickyMedia-v2.png?width=400&height=200&name=Logos-StickyMedia-v2.png) #### Linerless Labels Sustainable label solutions to efficiently label, identify, and track goods. [Learn More About Linerless Labeling](https://www.iconex.com/labels/shipping-and-trace-labels/sticky-media-zero-labels/) ![Next Bond Logo](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/logo_NextBond.png?width=833&height=417&name=logo_NextBond.png) #### NextBond® Innovative, sustainable, VOC-free adhesive for durable graphics applications. [Learn More About NextBond®](https://nekoosa.com/products/nextbond) ![Natural Choice](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/logo_NaturalChoice.png?width=833&height=417&name=logo_NaturalChoice.png) #### The Natural Choice FSC®-certified RTape® made from renewable materials for eco-friendly application. [Learn More About The Natural Choice](https://www.nekoosa.eu/sustainability) ![NCR Logo](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/logo_NCR.png?width=833&height=417&name=logo_NCR.png) #### NCR PAPER® SFI®-certified carbonless paper supporting sustainability and compliance. [Learn More About NCR PAPER®](https://nekoosa.com/products/ncr-paper-superior-carbonless) ## Recognized for Sustainability Excellence --- Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated by our industry-leading certifications and partnerships. ![ecovadis gold badge](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/csr%20(1).png?width=122&height=122&name=csr%20(1).png) ![FSC Logo](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/badges_2.png?width=299&height=150&name=badges_2.png) ![PEFC Logo](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/badges_4.png?width=299&height=150&name=badges_4.png) ![Sustainable Forestry Initiative](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/badges_7.png?width=299&height=150&name=badges_7.png) ![SmartWay Transport Partner Logo](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/badges_8.png?width=299&height=150&name=badges_8.png) ![AWM Logo](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/badges_6.png?width=299&height=150&name=badges_6.png) ![Intertek Logo](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Horizontal-Single-Program-BLU-WHT.png?width=299&height=155&name=Horizontal-Single-Program-BLU-WHT.png) ![Sustainable Business Council Logo_Badge_Green](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Sustainable%20Business%20Council%20Logo_Badge_Green.png?width=145&height=134&name=Sustainable%20Business%20Council%20Logo_Badge_Green.png) ![Green Masters Program](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Logos/badges_3.png?width=299&height=150&name=badges_3.png) ## Aligning with Global Goals --- The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) serve as a universal framework to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges, from climate change to economic opportunity. While there are 17 SDGs, M2S Group focuses on six key goals to help ensure we drive the most meaningful impact. These SDGs align with our Materials for Tomorrow pathways, integrating sustainability into our core business strategy. ![Health](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Health.png?width=150&height=150&name=Health.png) #### Good Health and Well-Being Prioritizing safety, wellness, and zero-injury goals. ![Economy](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Economy.png?width=150&height=150&name=Economy.png) #### Decent Work and Economic Growth Fostering leadership development and fair labor practices. ![Industry](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Industry.png?width=150&height=150&name=Industry.png) #### Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure Advancing sustainable industrial practices and technological progress through innovative materials and manufacturing solutions.  ![Consumption](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Consumption.png?width=150&height=150&name=Consumption.png) #### Responsible Consumption and Production Reducing waste, improving efficiency, and ensuring sustainable production. ![Climate](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Climate.png?width=150&height=150&name=Climate.png) #### Climate Action Tracking and reducing GHG emissions, improving energy efficiency, and exploring renewable energy. ![Life on Land](https://m2sgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMGs/Icons/Life%20on%20Land.png?width=150&height=150&name=Life%20on%20Land.png) #### Life on Land Promoting biodiversity and responsible sourcing through FSC®, SFI®, and PEFC™ certifications. ## Join Us on Our Sustainability Journey --- We believe in collaboration and innovation to create a more sustainable future. Whether you’re a customer, supplier, or sustainability enthusiast, we’re excited to have you as part of our journey.  [Contact Us](https://m2sgroup.com/contact?hsLang=en) ![M2S Logo Horiz_w brand icons_Final WHITE2](https://m2sgroup.com/hubfs/Logo/SVGs/M2S%20Logo%20Horiz_w%20brand%20icons_Final%20WHITE2.svg "M2S Logo Horiz_w brand icons_Final WHITE2") ##### M2S Group - [About](https://m2sgroup.com/about) - [Our Companies](https://m2sgroup.com/our-companies) - [Our Team](https://m2sgroup.com/our-team) - Sustainability - [Contact](https://m2sgroup.com/contact) ##### Our Companies - [Nekoosa](https://nekoosa.com/) - [Appvion](https://appvion.com/) - [Decorative Films](https://www.decorativefilm.com/) - [Iconex](https://www.iconex.com/) © 2026 M2S Group  /  [Privacy Policy](https://appvion.com/privacy-policy/) [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/m2s-group-1/) [Contact Us](https://m2sgroup.com/contact?hsLang=en)