Case Study: Graphic Packaging International (GPI) Tackles EUDR Compliance
To meet the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) requirements, Graphic Packaging International (GPI) needed a solution for geolocation, data collection, and traceability.
Learn how GPI is staying ahead of compliance challenges with Forest Trackt. Read the full case study.
The United Nations estimates that roughly 10% of all carbon emissions can be attributed to deforestation every year. With the implementation of the EUDR, Europeans will use their buying power to lower these emissions. By requiring any operator who imports wood products, palm oil, cattle, soy, coffee, cocoa, and rubber into an EU country to demonstrate that these products are not contributing to deforestation or forest degradation, the EU has aligned its forest-related regulations with the broader Green Deal intended to reduce its net greenhouse gas emissions.
Our solution offers a simple path to compliance for companies selling wood-based commodities into European markets:
- Pulp and paper manufacturers
- Pellet manufacturers
- Hardwood lumber manufacturers
- Timberland owners
- European energy companies
- Consumer packaged goods companies
How it Works
How it Works
- The Forest
- The Supply Chain
- The Market
- EUDR Compliance Transfer (API)
- Transparency and Predictive Risk Assessment for Consumers
- Database access for Audit
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Full Submission into EU Systems as Authorized Representative
- Transaction Data Acquisition
- Tokenization of Geolocated Data Sets to Enable Data Relationships
- Token Flow and Database for Geo-location transfer
- Geo-Location and Mapping
- Single Point to Polygon Definition
- Predictive Risk Assessment
- Audit via Change Detection
EUDR Compliance for the Pellet Industry
EUDR Compliance for the Pulp and Paper Industry
Our solution is engineered for seamless compliance with the European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), allowing your business to effortlessly navigate complex regulatory landscapes that require transparency. By automating compliance processes, we ensure that your operations remain uninterrupted and compliant without extensive administrative overhead. This approach not only saves time and resources but also helps you focus on what you do best: growing your business.
Maintain Compliance
Ensure your forest products meet all legal and sustainability criteria, reducing the risk of non-compliance penalties.
Increase Transparency
Gain visibility into your supply chain, boosting stakeholder confidence and supporting sustainable practices.
Streamline Operations
Simplify compliance with an all-in-one solution that reduces manual workload and increases accuracy.
Future-Proof Your Business
Stay ahead of evolving regulations with a system designed to adapt to new compliance standards and industry demands.
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Geo-location Data Acquisition
- Easy-to-use ForestLogger mobile app available on Apple and Android. No cellular connection required: uses onboard GPS for accurate data collection.
- Minimal human interaction required.
- User-friendly interface: Designed with simplicity in mind, the app requires minimal training, reducing onboarding time and enhancing user adoption.
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High-Quality Datasets
Leverages the SilvaStat360 database for mill coordinates.
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Real-time Alerts
Receive immediate notifications for compliance issues or data discrepancies, ensuring prompt action and resolution.
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Audit Trail Management
All data collected is time-stamped and logged, providing a reliable audit trail for compliance verification.
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Seamless Integration
Easily integrates with existing ERP and compliance management systems, enabling smooth workflow and data synchronization.
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Robust Security Features
Implements state-of-the-art encryption and security protocols to protect sensitive data.
Centralized Data
Integration into a common database for streamlined operations.
Centralized Data
Integration into a common database for streamlined operations.
Compliance API
Delivers all required compliance information to the EU electronically.
Compliance API
Delivers all required compliance information to the EU electronically.
Certification Integration
Links to sustainability certifications such as the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), Master Logger, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC).
Certification Integration
Links to sustainability certifications, like the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), Master Logger, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC).
Forest Verification
VeriForest by Orbis is an essential component of our solution, providing unparalleled forest verification capabilities for businesses exporting forest products to the EU. VeriForest combines advanced technology with robust data to verify the legality and sustainability of your forest resources, ensuring that your operations are compliant with EUDR standards.
- Advanced Remote Sensing: Leverages satellite imagery and aerial drones to monitor forest areas in real-time.
- AI-Powered Analysis: Uses artificial intelligence to analyze vast amounts of data, identifying risks and verifying compliance.
- Blockchain Integration: Ensures data integrity and transparency by recording all verification processes on a secure blockchain.
- Customizable Reporting: Generates detailed reports that can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your business and regulatory requirements.
Enhanced Transparency
Use geo-location data and predictive risk assessments to ensure compliance and transparency throughout your supply chain.
Automated Compliance
Our mobile app, ForestLogger, minimizes the need for manual data entry, reducing errors and saving valuable time.
Centralized Data Management
All compliance information is integrated into a common database, simplifying data management.
Comprehensive Due Diligence
Our due diligence statements meet EUDR legislation requirements, providing you with peace of mind and ensuring your business meets all regulatory standards.
Cost-Effective Solution
Our affordable solution makes EUDR compliance accessible for businesses of all sizes without compromising on quality or effectiveness.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the EUDR?
The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) law aims to reduce deforestation and forest degradation by requiring operators to trace the source of their traded commodities to the farms where they were produced. This transparency will help to eliminate the sourcing of commodities from areas linked to deforestation or forest degradation.
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What commodities are included in the EUDR?
- Timber and Forest Products
- Palm Oil
- Soy
- Cocoa
- Rubber
- Cattle
- Coffee
The EUDR also applies to all products derived from these commodities, such as chocolate from cocoa, beef from cattle, and furniture from wood products.
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What is an operator?
Due diligence broadly means that both large companies and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) must be able to prove that the products they sell or export from the EU market come from deforestation-free sources. Risk assessments, reasonable doubt, and annual public reporting must align with the EUDR requirements and the relevant legislation of the country of production.
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What are the traceability requirements for the EUDR?
Operators must be able to provide their geo-location coordinates of all tracts of land where commodities and related products were produced. This must also include the date and time when production occurred.
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When does the EUDR take effect?
The deadline for compliance for larger operators is December 30, 2024, with smaller operators expected to comply by June 30, 2025.
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How will the EUDR affect my business?
The provisions of the EUDR will impact businesses in several ways depending on what is produced, where production exists in the value chain, and other factors. Learn more about compliance for forest products professionals here.
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What happens if my business does not comply with the EUDR?
Companies that fail to comply with the EUDR could face multiple penalties ranging from fines of up to 4% of revenue earned on the European market to the seizure of all earned revenue of non-complying products. More serious or ongoing compliance failure could also lead to the removal of products from the EU market altogether.
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How does the ForestLogger app work?
ForestLogger uses geo-fencing technology to acquire and transfer geo-location data from the forest to the mill gate, automating the compliance reporting process with minimal human interaction. The app can be downloaded to Apple and Android phones. No cellular service is required to use the app.
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