Papel Semente Sustainability Profile

Papel Semente is a distinguished enterprise based in Rio de Janeiro, specializing in waste management and recycling. The company prides itself on its socially conscious business model. Most notably, 90% of its workforce comprises individuals from underrepresented communities near company facilities. Papel Semente’s unique supply chain includes sourcing raw material – paper – through partnerships with local NGOs and a cooperative of garbage collectors. These collaborations not only support local organizations but also contribute to the cleanliness and environmental sustainability of cities like Sao Gonçalo and Niterói.