De Pere, WI – Sustana, a manufacturer of premium, sustainable recycled fiber and paper products, announces the appointment of Aaron Ling to Director of Sustainability. In this role Aaron will be responsible for driving the implementation of Sustana’s ESG initiatives and supporting the development of the group’s sustainability strategy.

Aaron holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Concordia University and has several accreditations and certifications including Economic Sustainable Project Delivery, Decision Analysis Training and is an Accredited Professional from the Green Building Council of Australia. Aaron has 17 years of experience in Corporate Sustainability target setting, reporting and scenario analysis. Aaron has a wealth of international experience having worked in Japan, Canada, Australia, and the United States.

"We are excited to have Aaron join Sustana to develop our sustainability strategy and strengthen our ability to serve our customers,” said Philip Rundle, Sustana’s Chief Commercial Officer. “Brands, converters, printers and consumers have an increased focus on sustainability and the expertise Aaron brings to our team will solidify our position as the leaders in sustainable fiber, paper and packaging solutions in North America.’’

"Sustana is a sustainability leader in the fiber and paper industry, with sustainability as a core value. I’m excited to be a part of the Sustana team. Most of my career has been spent in developing sustainability strategies and embedding sustainability into business operations and I’m really looking forward to applying my experience in creating shared value for Sustana and our customers within a circular economy.

Aaron will lead the company's sustainability strategy for Sustana Fiber and Rolland Paper. Sustana has full control over the recycled fiber production, recycled papermaking, and converting processes and Aaron’s role will build upon Sustana’s Sustainability Strategy, the circular economy and be an ambassador for sustainable recycled fiber and paper products in the markets that we operate.