Sponsored by Kastamonu Entegre, a leading brand in the wood-based panel industry, the Sustainability Conference organized by Doğanlar Furniture Group took place on October 23 at the Hilton Bomonti Hotel. Bringing together the sector’s sustainability vision, innovative practices, and transformation strategies, the event also featured Dr. Hüseyin Güler, Kastamonu Entegre’s Global R&D and Innovation Director, as a speaker.
As a pioneer in the wood-based panel industry, Kastamonu Entegre supported the Sustainability Conference held by Doğanlar Furniture Group on October 23 at the Hilton Bomonti Hotel as a sponsor. The conference explored the concept of the “furniture of the future” from a broad perspective, addressing forward-looking sustainability visions, innovative applications, and transformation strategies in the furniture sector.
Concrete steps in sustainability
During the panel titled “The Key to Transformation: Funds, R&D, and Integrated Strategies with Stakeholders,” Kastamonu Entegre’s Global R&D and Innovation Director Dr. Hüseyin Güler took part as a panelist. The two-part session discussed key themes such as strong R&D investments, access to appropriate financial resources, and the development of integrated strategies with stakeholders to ensure the success of the green transition.
In the first part, Dr. Güler outlined how Kastamonu Entegre applies sustainable forestry criteria in sourcing wood-based raw materials. Emphasizing the company’s coverage within international certification systems such as FSC and PEFC, he explained how this approach is reflected in the company’s circular production strategies.
The second part highlighted green finance, R&D, and circular transformation. Dr. Güler presented projects focused on recovering and upcycling used wood-based panels from the furniture industry in addition to production residues. He also detailed concrete steps Kastamonu Entegre is taking toward reducing its carbon footprint and transitioning to renewable energy by 2030.
Holistic approaches for a green transition
Bringing together leading manufacturers in the furniture industry with representatives from academia, the panel addressed a wide range of topics—from sustainable production models and green funds to circular economy practices and long-term energy policies. Participants shared their views on a holistic transformation model that jointly considers environmental, economic, and social benefits.