United States. Tork, an Essity brand, participated in ISSA Show North America 2023, where it presented its new products and dispenser solutions, which were also nominated for the ISSA Innovation Awards, a program that recognizes the latest advances in the cleaning industry, and were awarded the Environment & Sustainability Award.

Since last October, a select range of innovative Tork-branded dispensers in North America have been certified carbon neutral. Carbon emissions have already been reduced by using renewable electricity purchased in production, and the remaining carbon emissions are offset by investments in verified climate project credits with ClimatePartner. The selected projects reduce carbon emissions by providing clean water in Cambodia, providing energy-efficient stoves in India, and supporting forest protection in Indonesia.

"Being present at ISSA Show North America is always special to our team, and we are honored to participate this year as our partners at the International Sanitary Supply Association celebrate the organization's centennial," said Matthew Urmanski, NA Vice President of Sales and Marketing. in Essity. "We are proud that Tork's carbon neutral dispensers have been named to the ISSA Innovation Awards program as recipients of the Environment and Sustainability Award and look forward to helping companies maximize their business performance and minimize environmental impact."

At ISSA Show North America, Tork showcased its range of products and solutions, including Tork Vision Cleaning, the Tork Counter Mount Soap System, the Tork PeakServe family of dispensers, and the high-capacity Tork Advanced Coreless Toilet Tissue. Fair attendees also had the opportunity to interact with Tork's virtual tools, including Tork Office Complaints Minimizer, an interactive challenge that helps facility leaders learn about hygiene solutions to reduce complaints, and Tork VR Clean Hands Training and Education, a virtual reality (VR). Set with headphones specifically designed to make hand hygiene training more engaging.

"The ISSA Show is one of our most anticipated events of the year," said Rachel Olsavickky, Essity's Regional Director of Marketing, Public and Commercial Interest. "The energy at this year's show has been incredible and we are always grateful for the opportunities to engage with partners and customers to show them how Tork can help them think ahead to meet rising hygiene expectations."