At Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management B.V., sustainability is more than a commitment; it’s a guiding principle. Across Europe, our colleagues are actively supporting local initiatives that protect the environment and strengthen climate resilience, reinforcing our dedication to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) values.
As part of this shared mission, Kyocera Document Solutions France (KDFR) has partnered with Nos Grandes Forêts in an effort to preserve the Roche-Billard Forest located near Étampes in Essonne.
“This partnership reflects a shared vision: to protect our natural heritage not through carbon offsetting schemes but by investing in sustainable forestry,” said Benjamin Claus, Marketing Manager at Kyocera Document Solutions France. “It’s a strong commitment that aligns with Kyocera’s philosophy: ‘Respect the Divine and Love People.’ We want to take on-the-ground action and involve our teams and partners in a meaningful, local project that supports both climate resilience and biodiversity in France.”
Investing in a greener future
For an initial three-year period, KDFR and Nos Grandes Forêts will work together to ensure the sustainable, long-term management of this young forest through:
- The development of a Simple Forest Management Plan (2025)
- A biodiversity audit to assess local flora and fauna (2025)
- Structural forestry work to encourage an “irregular high forest,” a richer habitat that enhances climate resilience (2026)
- Ongoing maintenance and forest stewardship to ensure long-term health
Not just any forest
The Roche-Billard Forest wasn’t chosen by chance. The 10 hectares they’ll be sponsoring absorb as much CO₂ annually as the digital emissions generated by all KDFR employees at our French headquarters.
By investing in a forest on home soil, KDFR is reinforcing a commitment that reaches far beyond regional borders. This local project reflects Kyocera’s broader vision: that the only way we can truly coexist in harmony is by protecting both our society and the natural world that sustains it.
It’s also a chance to raise awareness about the essential role forests play, not only in climate resilience but in the papermaking process itself. From the source of the wood to the document in hand, every step matters.
“At KYOCERA Document Solutions France, we’re proud to partner with Nos Grandes Forêts to help protect our environment, the natural heritage we all depend on.” - Benjamin Claus, Marketing Manager at Kyocera Document Solutions France.
