Sustainability at Valmet

Sustainability is at the core of Valmet's business strategy and operations. Our values, Code of Conduct, related policies, and selected globally acknowledged initiatives and principles create the foundation for sustainable performance at Valmet.

Environment

We enhance circularity and environmental efficiency and reduce CO₂ emissions throughout the entire value chain. Valmet aims to enable fully carbon-neutral production for its customers by 2030.

Circularity

We enable our customers to apply circularity in their operations, constantly increase the resource efficiency of our own processes, and maximize the use of recycled materials in our technology.

Climate

Our Climate Program  − Forward to a carbon neutral future −  includes ambitious CO₂ emission reduction targets and concrete actions for the whole value chain for 2030.

Environmental efficiency

We continuously enhance environmental efficiency in our own operations and together with our suppliers. Our process technology, automation, and services are designed to improve raw material, energy, water, and chemical efficiency.

Social

We promote an engaging work environment, commit to the health and safety of our people and partners, and strive to be a responsible corporate citizen.

Engaged workplace

We continuously work to enhance employee engagement, diversity, and a well-managed work environment.

Health and safety

We constantly improve our HSE processes and practices with our customers and partners to achieve our shared goal of zero harm.

Corporate citizenship

We participate in selected local programs and work closely with selected universities and research organizations globally.

Governance

We follow ethical business practices, ensure a sustainable supply chain, and report transparently.

Ethical business practices

We strive to ensure that all our operations are carried out in a socially responsible and globally aligned manner.

Sustainable supply chain

We work together with our suppliers for a transparent and sustainable supply chain.

Transparent reporting

We are an acknowledged industry leader in sustainability and promote transparent and assured reporting on our progress and impacts.

Sustainability stories

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Beyond Circularity on tour 2024: Forward with synergy

Oct 30, 2024

As summer turned to fall, it was time for our annual Beyond Circularity ecosystem event. This year, we went on a virtual tour. Around 300 participants joined in the event and received updates on the program’s status in October.

Enabling the energy transition with flow control solutions

Oct 30, 2024

As the power generation industry embraces the energy transition, Valmet is leveraging its extensive expertise with industrial gases to provide innovative flow control solutions. With a deep understanding of emerging technologies like green hydrogen production and carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS), Valmet’s Flow Control business line is well-positioned to support the shift towards sustainable power generation practices.

Supporting Local Communities and Saving Lives

Oct 28, 2024

Valmet recently hosted successful blood drives at its Aiken and Beloit Service Centers, underscoring its commitment to community service. With support from employees and local participants, these events reflect Valmet’s dedication to making a positive impact.

Reduction in gas and electricity consumption with air-system upgrade at TM 3 and 4

Oct 23, 2024

A close cooperation between GOLD HONGYE PAPER (HUBEI) (GHY Paper Hubei in short) in Xiaogan and Valmet has generated good results. The TM 3 and 4 air system technology retrofit project has been successfully completed and started up. Since the project started up, the retrofit has shown significant results. The gas consumption of the paper machine has been reduced by an average of 10 cubic meters per ton of paper, and electricity consumption has decreased by 40 kWh per ton of paper. Achieving sig...

HARMAC Boosts Efficiency and Safety with Lower Furnace Rebuild

Oct 22, 2024

HARMAC’s lower furnace rebuild sets new standards in efficiency, safety, and sustainability for the pulp and paper industry.

Big size valves solve big size challenges

Oct 17, 2024

Neles Omega™ globe valves are developed and manufactured for demanding applications where noise or cavitation need to be eliminated. Available in sizes up to 36" for straight body type and 48” for angle body type, typical applications include oil and gas production, petrochemicals, power plants, pulp and paper, water production and LNG.

Beyond Circularity: Collaborative R&D for automated and digitalized industry

Sep 26, 2024

Automated and digitalized industry and services is one of the streams of the Beyond Circularity R&D program and ecosystem.

Harris Teeter Cornhole Tournament for Make-A-Wish®

Sep 25, 2024

Valmet North America proudly took part in the Harris Teeter Cornhole Tournament in Charlotte, NC, showing our dedication to the community and helping grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Together, we’re making a difference!