Vela™ I Certifications

FSC

We source paper from responsibly managed forests and maintain FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council®) certification across key products and facilities. This certification ensures traceability and verifies that our materials come from sustainable forestry practices that protect biodiversity, respect Indigenous rights, and promote long-term forest health.

How2Recycle

As a member of How2Recycle, we aim to bring clarity and transparency to end-of-life messaging for our packaging. By participating in this program, we ensureour packaging carries clear, consistent recycling instructions—empowering consumers, reducing contamination, and supporting a more effective circular economy.

Cepi

Vela™ bags have been certified as recyclable by the Papiertechnische Stiftung (PTS), tested according to the CEPI Recyclability Laboratory Test Method (Version 3), and can be disposed of through standard paper recycling streams.