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Our forests
Waste Management
Biodiversity management
Self-sufficiency through green energy
Water resources

Our forests

We ensure responsible management. Eldorado Brasil manages approximately 441,000 hectares of land in total, of which 285,000 hectares are productive areas, inlcuding planted forests, and 121,000 hectares are designated for environmental conservation. Of the total, approximately 425,000 hectares are covered by FSC® and PEFC certifications.

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Waste Management

Following the guidelines of Brazil’s National Policy on Solid Waste, Eldorado Brazil has a solid waste management program that focuses on reducing, reusing, and recycling waste, and as a last resort, disposing of it in landfills approved by environmental agencies. We also seek alternative uses for the waste we produce, such as using calcium carbonate, known as lime mud, for corrective soil treatment. Eldorado Brazil also produces green energy from remaining eucalyptus biomass, making full use of the trees as part of the circular economy. The amount of waste generated in our forestry and industrial operations is weighed every month and the indicator system that guides our waste management is updated accordingly.
Biodiversity management

Eldorado Brazil is committed to preserving biodiversity. Natural areas are mapped and monitored to keep a close watch on biodiversity and quickly identify and prevent any impacts of our activities. Our last phytosociological survey confirmed that the diversity of flora species in our environmental conservation areas has been maintained or even increased, indicating that these species are well protected. We also evaluated fauna dynamics in natural areas. The presence of vulnerable or endangered species, such as the giant anteater, the maned wolf, the marsh deer, and others, demonstrates how well we have preserved these forests. We also analyzed the consequent dynamics of our forest management processes and activities to ensure continued improvement and the integrity of natural resources.
Self-sufficiency through green energy

Our industrial operations are self-sufficient, using clean and renewable energy generated from the biomass of material not used in the production process, such as lignin and wood residue. Enough energy is produced to supply our factory and partner industrial plants based in our industrial complex. Any surplus goes into the national electricity grid. In 2021, Eldorado Brazil’s Onça Pintada thermoelectric power plant entered into operation, producing green energy from the biomass of eucalyptus stumps and roots and other unusable wood. We thus became the only pulp company in the country utilizing 100% of the eucalyptus in its production chain. The power plant produces 50 MW per hour and supplies the national grid, representing a new revenue stream for Eldorado Brazil and contributing to an even greener national energy mix. Ninety-six percent of our energy comes from renewable sources—and of the remaining 4%, 3% comes from natural gas, which is less polluting and cleaner than other fossil fuels.
Water resources

At Eldorado Brazil, we are committed to sustainability. The company’s operations are
based on conscientious and responsible water use at all times.

- Water consumption in the pulp production process reduced to 28% below the
projected volume.

- More than 1,650,000 m³ of water used in boilers is re-used in the log washing
process.

- Periodic environmental monitoring of hydrographic microbasins and assessment of
environmental indicators, ensuring responsible use of water in all of our activities.

- Roughly 30,000 hectares of permanent preservation area, ensuring permanent availability of water in our areas of operation.

Our commitment:

to be sustainable

Sustainability permeates everything we do—from the seedling nursery to eucalyptus planting, harvesting, and transportation, from pulp manufacturing to the logistics of the global distribution chain. We are sustainable in everything we do. In practical terms, this means using responsible production practices to achieve the best results for our business, the environment, the communities where we operate, and our employees. All under a modern and transparent management and governance model. Our Sustainability Policy breaks this commitment down into nine pillars.

1

Ensure the business remains competitive
through responsible socio-environmental actions
2

Comply with all relevant legislation and regulations
in accordance with the criteria established by the Forest Stewardship Council
3

Innovate and develop technologies that ensure
the business remains competitive while preventing pollution
4

Use natural resources sustainably
and respect local biodiversity
5

Contribute to Brazil’s INDC
in terms of planted forests and energy generation from renewable sources
6

Build ethical and transparent relationships
with stakeholders
7

Ensure fair and equal working conditions
for all genders, races, and ethnicities
8

Provide a motivating work environment
based on stringent health and safety criteria
9

Invest in professional training
and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Sustainability

management

Sustainability is one of Eldorado Brazil’s key drivers of growth on its path to leadership in the global pulp market. Our sustainability management is structured around eight priority topics that constitute the company's ESG strategy—our commitment to environmental, social, and governance criteria. These topics each have their own goals and indicators that allow us to track our performance and impacts, in addition to being aligned with the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact—to which Eldorado Brasil is a signatory—and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Sustainable Operations

More efficient,

more sustainable

We operate

sustainably

Facts & Figures

We manage 121,000

Our modern wood transport fleet

With consecutive reductions,

Our cabron balance is positive:

We produce pulp

while removing carbon from the air

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES

Our forests

Waste Management

Biodiversity management

Self-sufficiency through green energy

Water resources

Our forests

Waste Management

Biodiversity management

Self-sufficiency through green energy

Water resources

Our commitment:

to be sustainable

Ensure the business remains competitive

Comply with all relevant legislation and regulations

Innovate and develop technologies that ensure

Use natural resources sustainably

Contribute to Brazil’s INDC

Build ethical and transparent relationships

Ensure fair and equal working conditions

Provide a motivating work environment

Invest in professional training

Sustainability

management

Culture of respect for

universal principles

OUR ESG TOPICS

and sustainable development goals

Environmental

Social

Governance

“Green Seal”