Lenzing has expanded its sustainable viscose fiber portfolio globally with the launch of carbon neutral Veocel branded viscose fibers for Europe and the U.S. The expansion represents Veocel's latest act in providing nonwovens value chain partners and brands with offerings that make a positive impact on the environment and empower an industry-wide shift to reduce carbon footprints. By offering carbon neutral viscose Lenzing Group will be able to support the booming hygiene market. Lenzing will be showcasing Veocel as well as all of its offerings to the global wipes and hygiene markets at the Hygienix conference.
 

For the carbon neutral Veocel Viscose fibers Lenzing has partnered with ClimatePartner, a leading solution provider for corporate climate action. The fibers are made from wood and pulp sources derived from sustainably and responsibly managed forests, following the stringent guidelines of the Lenzing Wood and Pulp Policy and trusted forest certification systems. They are produced in Lenzing’s production plant in Austria, an integrated site where actual carbon emissions are reduced through leveraging efficient production methods, such as the direct production from wood to fiber, as well the use of renewable energy sources such as solar power and biomass. To offer the fibers as carbon neutral products, the emissions were measured, reduced and unabated emissions were offset by financing climate projects. 

Veocel fibers are produced with a far lower environmental impact thorugh their lifecycle compared to generic viscose. Furthermore they are make with Eco Care technology without animal-derived materials and they enable the consumer to make a more sustainable purchasing decision.