ALPHARETTA, GA.—Neenah Paper announced that its six flagship Classic Crest, Classic Linen, Classic Laid, Classic Columns, Classic Cotton and Starwhite Brands are now manufactured carbon neutral. That means the company has reduced its carbon footprint—or net greenhouse gas emissions—associated with the manufacturing of these premium uncoated brands.
“Neenah is reinforcing its commitment to reducing climate change,” says Greg Maze, senior brand manager for Neenah Paper. “Manufacturing carbon neutral is part of a growing movement among corporations that are working to reduce greenhouse gases. By doing so, we are also responding to needs of the business world and helping our customers to reduce their own carbon footprint.”
Neenah has achieved carbon neutrality through net reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. These methods include but are not limited to the use of Green-e certified renewable energy and other renewable energy sources, and the implementation of energy saving upgrades. For example, Neenah has reengineered its process water treatment system at its Neenah, Wisc., mill to operate at significantly reduced noise levels and increased treatment efficiency while at the same time consuming less energy.
Investment in Clean Energy
Green-e certified renewable energy comes from clean, environmentally preferable sources such as wind, solar, low-impact hydro and biomass. This renewable power replaces energy produced by traditional fossil fuels.
Since first purchasing more than 10 million kWh of Green-e certified renewable energy from Wisconsin’s We Energies in August 2006, Neenah Paper has more than quadrupled its commitment to 48.7 million kWh. Through this purchase, Neenah is helping the utility build more renewable energy resources and grow its program.
Neenah committed to tracking, reporting and reducing carbon dioxide emissions upon joining the Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX). CCX is the world’s first and North America’s only voluntary but legally binding greenhouse gas emissions reduction, registry and trading program. It is also the second largest trading system worldwide.
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