About envoPAP:
The Future of Print & Packaging

We ensure the sustainability of a products’ life cycle from birth, use and end bringing us all one step closer to our common goal.

Our Mission

Creating innovative solutions that reduce waste and revolutionise packaging to help solve the environmental crisis.

Our Agenda

We have mapped out the best plan to help us measure our progress and reach our targets by 2030.

Today

Each metric ton of envoPAP helps save 50 trees from being chopped down for paper and packaging production. Going by that formula, we’ve saved over 800,000 trees since 2015.*

2027 Agenda

By 2025, we aim to save 5 million trees by innovating with all our partners and help reduce their overall carbon footprint in the process.*

2030 Agenda

By 2030, we aim to save 10 million trees across the globe and also empower 1000+ people by providing job opportunities and donating profits towards sustainable development.*

Overview

7

Years in business

Envopap, since inception in 2015, has been at the forefront of green technology and innovation, producing paper from agrowaste.

62

Countires served so far

Engaging in business in 62 countries around the globe, we proudly offer products that are not only recyclable but also home compostable.

1.8 million

Trees saved since 2015

Our production processes do not rely on wood pulp, we have till date saved over 2 million trees from being felled.

12

Languages spoken in-house

envoPAP is home to a diverse team, with over 12 languages spoken in house.

25+

Team size

As we reduce the carbon footprint on this world, our team of dedicated team of 25+ members works to give you the best solutions and experience.

9001 & 14001

ISO Certified

envoPAP is certified with ISO.

Our History

envoPAP’s journey began at the University at Southampton when it became apparent to our founder Kaushal that the paper and packaging industry needed disruption. Reducing the burden on earth caused by paper and packaging production was at the forefront of Kaushal’s mind when he started considering truly sustainable innovation, instead of green-washed products. Using abundantly available agricultural waste as raw material, instead of traditional wood pulp in paper and packaging production, we created our first commercial product in 2015. Although paper is a widely used commodity that contributes to 40% of deforestation worldwide, every envoPAP product saves trees from being chopped down while performing the exact same function without the environmental costs.

We believe in embracing sustainability at every level of our company, from the technicalities of production to the ethical treatment of our employees so that we fully honour our commitment to the 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goals. We challenge conventional paper production every day in order to innovate beyond the constraints of traditional production to ensure a sustainable future. Contrary to the linear “take, make, dispose” way of living, envoPAP believes in the circular principle of creating wealth from waste.

Laying the foundation: Incorporation

Realizing that the packaging and paper industry needed disruption, envoPAP was incorporated as a revolution towards the use of more sustainable materials.

May 2015

First love: envoCOPY

As our first product, envoCOPY represented the beginning of a world that did not create unnecessary pollution and deforestation by giving agricultural waste a second life. It remains our flagship product till date.

May 2015

At the deep end: envoPAP debuts at the largest paper exhibition in the world

This Paperworld Exhibition in Frankfurt marked our first public appearance and was the beginning of our journey in disrupting the paper and packaging industry.

Jan 2016

Back to school: University of Southampton

Our Founder and CEO, Kaushal, was invited to speak at his business school where he shared our company's vision and plans for the future. Giving back to society is essential to everything that envoPAP and Kaushal stand for.

Nov 2016

Make it a double: Turning 2 and launching envoPAP Open Research

envoPAP’s second anniversary was celebrated through a research trip to the Scandinavian region. We analysed different kinds of pulp to best optimize our own agro-pulp and its applications to various materials. This inspired the launch of envoPAP Open Research, an open framework for developing products of the future .

May 2017

A for Africa: Attending the International Print Pack Sign Expo

This was our first venture outside Europe, in Kenya. This marked our foray into Africa, a continent that embraced us with open arms and put us on the path to becoming a global brand.

Jun 2018

How green is your tech?: Green Tech Challenge

Powered by the Impact Investment Network, we were selected to pitch at the GreenTech Challenge and ended up a finalist. We weren’t disappointed at all because there are no losers in Green Tech!

Jun 2018

Old material, new application: The Papyrus Institute

We took a trip to Egypt, in order to understand how paper was made in ancient times. By then, we had already created a paper for the future, but the Papyrus Institute inspired us to build a different bridge from the past to the future. We began considering completely new applications for paper.

Jun 2018

A historic first: JITO-KPMG Young Entrepreneur of the Year

Kaushal received his first ever award at the JITOPRENEURS Business Achievement Awards 2018, presented by KPMG and the Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO). Naturally, this award occupies a special place on his wall.

Oct 2018

Return ticket: Paper world 2019

After the warm reception we received in 2018, a return was inevitable. People seemed more interested in hearing of our sustainable alternatives and raising awareness about the need for sustainable practices.

Jan 2019

Up to speed: The Accelerator programme at Founders Factory

The unparalleled accelerator programme at Founders Factory made invaluable contributions to every component of our business. With their expert insights, envoPAP was able to go to market as a global supplier of sustainable packaging across industries.

Apr 2019

Leading by example: Europe-India Award, EU under 40

Kaushal received this prestigious award from the Minister of the European Parliament, Netherlands. He was identified as a young leader who will play an important part in shaping EU India trade relations during the next few decades.

Apr 2019

Caffeine kick: A trip to Ethiopia

Our trip to the birthplace of coffee was packed with meetings over 3 days. The British Embassy and leading banks greeted us with palpable enthusiasm. We found great Espressos and even better business partners to introduce products that would put Ethiopia on the road to sustainability.

Apr 2019

Show-and-tell: Retail & Beauty Showcase

At this Founders Factory event, we managed to raise awareness of our products that could help the Retail & Beauty Industry - one that results in a lot of waste. We also met a famous Dragon, outside his Den.

May 2019

Make your mark: Invited to Marks & Spencers, London

We were invited to talk about our work at the M&S headquarters. It really was a date to mark as we gained an audience with one of the corporate pioneers of sustainability in Great Britain. We love their Plan A because indeed, there is no Planet B.

May 2019

FOURever young: envoPAP turns 4 years young

Our Fourth Anniversary Celebration brought us to The Oriental Club, where we reminisced memories of our hard work and all the laughs we shared together. Seeing old faces made us realise how far we had come from the beginning, truly underway on our journey.

May 2019

Paper trail: Presenting to the ACPME

At Carden Park Hotel in Cheshire, we presented our products to the Association of Creative & Print Managers in Education. We presented our vision of a world where children write their future on envoPAP, which shall replace conventional paper completely.

June 2019

A new hope: The Chairman’s visit

Our Chairman, Mr. Kiran Shah visited our London HQ for a week and spent individual time with every member of the envoPAP team. It was a rare opportunity for the team to listen to his insights from 30 years in the paper and packaging industry. He left London energised and hopeful after hearing our fresh ideas and plans for the coming year.

June 2019

Because you’re worth it: Presented at the L’Oreal Innovation Week

We presented our technology to an incredibly welcoming audience at L'Oreal. Another event that reminded us of a changing mindset towards waste and our relationship with the environment.

Sep 2019

Future tense: Invited by the University of Bath

We were invited by the University’s STBAH (Sustainable Technology Business Accelerator Hub), where we discussed our technology and explored collaboration opportunities for the future. We found supporters of our vision in both students and faculty.

Sep 2019

Pop stars: We Work office pop ups

A long and fun week of visiting various We Work office buildings around London to promote envoPAP, conducting sustainability quizzes and spreading the word about our mission.

Sep 2019

Breaking the barrier: Packaging Innovation of the Year Award

Presented by Business Green, this was the first award won by our envoBARRIER range, which we believe is going to redefine barrier coatings forever. You can coat us on that!

Oct 2019

Open-minded: Began accepting external investment

On this date, we began accepting equity investments to become a public company, effectively creating a much bigger envoFAMILY.

Oct 2019

It’s on in Lebanon: Paper & Packaging Exhibition in Beirut

There is no ignoring the importance of the Middle East, as every global company strives to have a presence there. Our expo in Beirut laid the foundation for a lot of meaningful business in the region, over the next few months.

Oct 2019

A garden in the desert: Alif Stores

On this date, we entered into our first official partnership in the Middle East with Alif Stores, Qatar. We’re proud of our association with this company that is truly ahead of its time and use ring in a greener tomorrow for Qatar.

Nov 2019

Bon Appetit: envoTEAM Lunch

To us, moments like this are important as we learn to appreciate each other’s company and the hard work that each of us put in.

Nov 2019

The sweet smell of success: Big Sustainability Awards

Being nominated for the Sustainable Business & Product Innovation of the year among such a talented pool of companies was an incredible experience, but winning the award validated our efforts even more. We also met some incredible innovators at the event.

Nov 2019

Redefining conferences: TBD (Technology Behaviour Data) Conference

The whole team attended the TBD Conference where we gave away desk calendars made out of our materials, among other things. This was a special event where we were able to interact with others who believe in our mission.

Dec 2019

People and Planet along with Profits: Becoming a ‘B Corporation’

Becoming a BCorp Company has always been a top priority as it represents a community that wants to create positive social and environmental impact while providing high-quality services and products. We were proud to have cleared the rigorous audit with a really high score.

Dec 2019

Back to basics: Paperworld 2020

This was our most successful exhibition where we met over 200 attendees who were excited to try our products. In the weeks and months that followed, we signed commercial contracts with some of them. The most important observation was that sustainability is becoming more important with each passing year.

Jan 2020

Field Trip: University of Southampton Students at our HQ

We hosted 5 impressive students at our HQ for a day-long engagement, giving them some industry experience. They asked us deeply insightful questions and it gave us an opportunity to connect with the leaders of tomorrow.

Feb 2020

In a new light: Changed the envoCOPY wrapper and design

With 5 years since the launch of envoCOPY, a redesign was necessary to show not just how much we’ve grown, but how we’ve also developed our product, and ensure that it is up to the highest standard.

Apr 2020

Standing out of the crowd: Raised £381,128 during the height of the pandemic

On 17th March 2020, we started fundraising on Crowdcube, the UK’s leading platform. We were overwhelmed by the faith shown in us by strangers, who became members of our family. With the help of their investments, we were able to innovate, expand and educate. Especially during the worst pandemic in recorded history, we thank all our envoHEROES for their belief in us.

May 2020

The ENVOLUTION: The first edition of our annual magazine

Filled with stories of innovation, fascinating interviews of industry experts and our annual impact report, the magazine symbolised our aspiration to develop and implement sustainable solutions and practises across all of our business activities for the collective good of our global society.

July 2020

Seal of approval: Became NQA Certified ISO 9001 & 14001

As the pandemic continued, and businesses around the world slowed, we decided to take this time to revisit, re-evaluate and revise our systems to ensure they are in the best condition. With the help of AvISO Consulting and the NQA team, we managed to go through one of the most rigorous processes and came out a stronger company.

July 2020

Online friends: envoCOPY A4 Paper debuts on Amazon and eBay

Making envoCOPY available on popular platforms, we wanted to empower individuals to change the way they operate by taking up the responsibility to become more sustainable themselves.

Aug 2020

Our Team

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CEO & Founder

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Founder's Story

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Kaushal Shah’s journey as a founder is one fueled by a deep-rooted understanding of his family’s paper production business and a fervent desire to innovate for a sustainable future.

Growing up in India, surrounded by the intricacies of paper manufacturing, Kaushal recognized early on the environmental toll of traditional methods.

This realization birthed a vision within him: to revolutionize the industry by utilizing agricultural waste as a renewable alternative to tree-based paper.

Upon moving to the UK for his studies, Kaushal’s perspective widened. Attending a packaging conference in Germany, he witnessed firsthand the growing demand for eco-friendly solutions in the fast-moving consumer goods sector. This experience crystallized his determination to bring his vision to life. With India’s abundance of agricultural waste, particularly from sugarcane, Kaushal saw an opportunity to not only address environmental concerns but also to offer a sustainable business solution.

In 2015, envoPAP was born, founded on the principles of innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility. Looking ahead, Kaushal envisions envoPAP as a catalyst for industry-wide change.