Environmental

Mill has been slapped with a $25,500 penalty for releasing more than one million litres of toxic waste into the Salish Sea.

In its continuing pursuit to develop packaging materials that meet the sustainability goals of its customers, global packaging solutions provider SEE has developed the first biobased, industrial compostable tray for protein packaging that has been successfully tested to meet the demands of existing food processing equipment.

The world's largest market pulp producer, Suzano, marks its 100th year by announcing the intention to invest US$100 million to advance global efforts to protect and restore nature. An initial US$30 million will be put into a series of global partnerships designed to accelerate research and education in conservation, climate change, and corporate sustainability, with a particular focus on Brazilian ecosystems.

The global water purification market is fast-moving with continuous advancements in technologies and applications. There is an increased focus on more sustainable solutions to address the growing concerns about water quality and the need for reliable water purification solutions.

Georgia-Pacific, along with partners The Georgia Forestry Foundation and Jamestown LP, recently met with state and local leadership to discuss how prioritizing and utilizing sustainable structural building materials such as mass timber not only has a positive effect on our environment, but Georgia's economy.

Rayonier Inc. announced its commitment to The Climate Pledge, reinforcing our dedication to a sustainable and environmentally responsible future.

A sheen that was discovered in the Spokane River last week was caused by an equipment failure at the Inland Empire Paper Company, the Department of Ecology says.

Stora Enso continued wetland restoration in Finland and started new projects in Sweden. In Finland, Stora Enso aims to restore 1,000 hectares of peatland together with Tornator by 2027, and this work continued in 2023.

All papers sourced by UPM Raflatac, whether used as a face paper or a release liner in its labeling materials, are now certified under a credible third-party forest certification scheme. Having all papers certified is one of UPM Raflatac's 2030 responsible sourcing and climate targets, which was now achieved six years ahead of time.

The 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, more commonly referred to as COP28, was held from 30 November until 12 December 2023 at Expo City, Dubai. The conference has been held annually since the first UN climate agreement in 1992. Historical results were achieved in the negotiations at Dubai: for the first time, the deal calls on all countries to move away from using fossil fuels.

To protect forests and the environment

Rayonier EVP Doug Long is among three directors named to global leadership positions.

Agreement Marks Company's First Transaction in the Voluntary Carbon Market.

Clearwater Paper Corporation has released its 2023 Sustainability Report, an annual update on the company's progress against its multi-year sustainability goals. The report also announces Clearwater Paper's new strategic sustainability framework, Everyday Responsibility. This forward-looking strategy centers the company's sustainability work and initiatives on three distinct pillars: Resource Stewardship, Trusted Products, and Thriving People and Communities.

Novolex brand Waddington North America announces product lines manufactured with food grade rPET.

The Government of Ontario, Canada, is creating new opportunities in the forest sector and strengthening regional economies with an initial $1.5 million in funding for projects under the new Forest Biomass Program. These investments will develop the untapped economic potential and environmental benefit of new and emerging uses of underutilized wood and mill by-products, collectively known as forest biomass.

Committing to net-zero emissions by signing The Climate Pledge is a logical step for Stora Enso in its long-term ambition to become net carbon positive, and to offer 100% regenerative products and solutions by 2050.

UPM Specialty Papers now offers a wide range of packaging papers that are designed for home composting. Six UPM packaging papers are now certified as home compostable, according to the NFT51-800:2015 standard.

The Inland Empire Paper Co., which owns roughly 120,000 acres in Eastern Washington and North Idaho, is asking the U.S. Forest Service for multiple conservation easements. Inland Empire is owned by the Cowles Co.

Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc., the oldest continuously operating paper mill in the United States, announces the launch of its 2022 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, which details its commitment to sustainability and visions for the future. Monadnock Paper Mills continues to champion sustainability in the world of fiber-based solutions, setting its sights on a brighter, more eco-friendly future.

With the ongoing development of the United Nations Treaty on Plastic Pollution, governments from over 170 nations are working toward policy measures to combat the negative environmental impacts of hard-to-recycle plastics.

According to a study by the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), regeneration areas can provide habitats for rare and threatened species that depend on decaying wood, and the occurrence of these species can be increased via ecological forest management measures.

Pregis®, a global leader in high-performance flexible packaging and protective packaging solutions, achieved International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certifications at its facilities in Hopkinsville, Ky., and Visalia, Calif. These certifications are a notable addition to the company's growing list of ISCC PLUS certified locations in the Netherlands and North America.

Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM) of Fernandina Beach has submitted an application to the state for a bioethanol production plant that would be located at its current cellulose production complex.

Complaint claims Paper Excellence ineligible for credential due to alleged ties with Indonesian conglomerate.