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We’re excited to unveil a significant step towards a greener future with the launch of the Self-Adhesive Industry Sustainability Action Group (SAISAG). This pioneering effort brings together prominent players from the UK self-adhesive films industry under a common mission: to steer the industry towards more sustainable practices.

Challenges that Bind Us Together

In an era where environmental concerns are paramount, SAISAG emerged from the realisation that individual efforts, while valuable, are insufficient to address the scale of sustainability challenges. Each company within the group has been diligently advancing its sustainability strategies and innovative products. However, the intricacies of recycling at the end of a product's lifecycle and fostering a circular economy require collective engagement.

Our Collective Mission

SAISAG's core objective is resolute: to lead the self-adhesive films industry towards sustainability by minimising its ecological footprint. This journey hinges on the principles of the waste hierarchy approach, prioritising waste reduction and minimisation, developing novel recycling solutions, and investigating waste-to-energy alternatives to divert materials away from landfills. Through the promotion of inventive recycling practices, we aim to forge a new pathway towards a circular economy.

Unity in Purpose

The establishment of SAISAG ushers in a collaborative era that promises:

Innovative Solutions: A platform for the exchange of insights and best practices, propelling the industry toward sustainable innovations.

Commitment: Participation underscores each member's commitment to environmental stewardship.

Collective Influence: United advocacy for policy shifts and the widespread adoption of sustainable practices across the industry.

Fostering Partnerships: A hub for forging collaborations with like-minded individuals and businesses in related sectors.

Pioneering Leadership: By being part of SAISAG, members aim to spearhead the transformation of self-adhesive materials recycling, contributing to a more sustainable and circular industry.

Focusing on Waste Transformation

SAISAG's focal points in addressing waste include:

Prioritising Waste Reduction: Emphasis on preventing and minimising waste, effectively reducing the environmental impact of self-adhesive materials.

Advancing Recycling Initiatives: Nurturing innovative recycling initiatives to drastically cut landfill waste and enhance recycling rates.

Exploring Waste-to-Energy: Exploring and endorsing waste-to-energy solutions that repurpose waste into renewable energy sources.

Championing Circular Principles: Adoption of circular economy principles to optimise resource utilisation and promote a sustainable self-adhesive materials industry.

SAISAG marks a transformative endeavour, uniting the self-adhesive film industry to collectively drive positive change. This journey towards sustainability is not just an isolated pursuit; it's a shared commitment that will redefine the industry's future.

For further information, please contact Steve Lister, Chair, SAISAG.

Email: steve@stevelister.com