Environmental Highlights-KapStone Roanoke Rapids Kraft Mill:

  • Zero Environmental Incidents in 2005-2006
  • Implementation of Environmental Compliance Management Systems (ECMS) in 2006
  • Reduction in Solid Waste: 33% reduction since 2004.
  • Reduction in Chemical Loss (soda): 40% reduction in 2006.
  • Innovations Project 2003-2007- Joint USEPA, NCDENR, Stakeholder and IP commitment to provide superior environmental performance with innovative technology and regulatory flexibility. $8.4 million for Maximum Achievable Control Technology and Plus Projects to benefit the community. Odor control, Nitrous oxide reductions, 2006 Ecotourism projects- NC Birding Site/Roanoke River Partners Canoe Trail. (MACT 1 Phase 1-2002=$7.6 million.)
  • Environmental Staff of six, State Certified Lab, treating 15 MGD wastewater (from 21 MDG), monitoring combustion and production sources, process loss minimization, solid waste management, beneficial reuse of waste (bark, flyash, lime), Small quantity hazardous waste generator.
  • Active Community Advisory Council.
  • Member NCASI, MCICNC, AF&PA.
  • NCDEHNR Partner for Environmental Stewardship Initiative 2007.


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