Smurfit WestRock
Smurfit WestRock collects, manufactures and sells recycled cardboard packaging. The company is listed in the US and operates throughout Europe and the Americas. Smurfit Westrock is a global leader in sustainable packaging with clients in food, beverages, household consumables and industrial markets.
Visit their site- Enterprise value
- US$41.4 bn
- Region
- Ireland
- Theme
- Environmental Services
- Sub-theme
- Circular economy
Impact Score
Recycled cardboard is a preferable packaging material in many applications with lower environmental impacts compared to other materials. The company is vertically integrated but recycled cardboard is widely available from different providers.
Fundamental Quality
Smurfit WestRock is the result of a merger between Smurfit Kappa and WestRock. Due to the complementary nature of the portfolios, the combined business has significant scale and unique product diversity. There is a clear focus on sustainability as a driver of innovation and customer value. There is also scope for improved operating efficiency and increased returns.
UN SDGs
As one of the world’s largest recyclers of cardboard packaging, Smurfit Kappa directly supports the circular economy goals in SDG 12.
Find out moreRisk of negative impacts
- Significant forestry assets with impact on biodiversity
- Risks to labour and community rights in regions with weaker governance
- Manufacturing processes are water and energy intensive
Related insights Related
Sustainable
The next constraint on AI is not just energy, it's also water
By Ty Lee
10 Mar 2026 | 3 min read
Sustainable
From villain to saviour – renewable energy is coming to the rescue
By WHEB Investment Team
17 Feb 2026 | 6 min read
Sustainable
Are EVs really rolling backwards?
By WHEB Investment Team
19 Jan 2026 | 5 min read
Sustainable
Sustainable investment trends for 2026
By Seb Beloe
19 Jan 2026 | 5 min read