Ways for the Paper Industry to Reverse the Damage Being Done to Forests

Saving paper is not just about using the blue bin to recycle paper. The paper industry also needs to take responsibility. Logging by some businesses in the paper industry can cause deforestation, increase climate change, and negatively impact wildlife that depend on these forests. Paper mills can also cause toxins to be discharged in the water system. These water pollutants include toxic chlorine compounds and sulphur dioxide that may cause lake acidification. Responsible paper manufacturing needs to be done in order to stop the impact on our environment.

There are ways for the paper industry to reverse the damage that is being done to the forests. Investing in new plants, retrofitting existing plants, heat recovery and increased paper recycling; can help reduce carbon dioxide emissions from the manufacturing process of paper.

As individuals we can do our part by ensuring we continue to recycle paper or perhaps increase the habit of recycling. We can also purchase paper from manufacturers who are taking steps in a cleaner paper manufacturing process. You can do this by checking out certified papers such as FSC or PEFC options. FSC and PEFC are organizations that promote responsible forest management internationally.

Keep in mind that saving the environment starts from responsible consumers and manufacturers.

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