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Environmental Highlights-KapStone Roanoke Rapids Kraft Mill:

  • Zero Environmental Incidents in 2005-2008
  • 75% of steam generated by biomass fuels.
  • 50% of electricity used is generated on-site (38% of total from biomass).
  • 67% reduction in chemical soda loss 2005- 2008 through recycle, process modification, and conservation measures.
  • Toxic Release Inventory reductions of 58% since 2004.
  • Implementation of Environmental Compliance Management Systems (ECMS) in 2006
  • Reduction in Solid Waste: 33% reduction since 2004.
  • Innovations Project 2003-2007- Joint USEPA, NCDENR, Stakeholder and Kapstone 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 MGD), 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.