Torraspapel publishes new environmental report

Torraspapel, part of the Lecta Group, has published a new Environmental Report, which details the progress of the company’s environmental initiatives and establishes new objectives for sustainable practices. The Environmental Report has been published biannually since 2005.  

Since 2002, Torraspapel has earmarked investments of more than 30 million euros for environmental objectives. During the last two years, Torraspapel has focused on acquiring environmental management certification for its mills in accordance with the strictest standards, such as those established by European EMAS regulation, as well as obtaining PEFC and FSC chain-of-custody certifications to guarantee the sustainable origin of the wood used in the manufacturing of paper. In addition, Torraspapel has sought to reduce the environmental impact of its activities by eliminating the use of fuel-oil, improving process energy efficiency, reducing water disposal and improving effluent quality, eliminating odors at the Zaragoza, Spain, cellulose-pulp production plant, and reducing the amount of waste sent to disposal sites. 

Torraspapel also collaborates in joint projects with NGOs and organizations dedicated to forest preservation, participates in and sponsors activities to support education and professional training in the graphic arts, and, since 2004, has adhered to the United Nations Global Compact, with a yearly progress report detailing advances made in the areas of Human Rights, Labor, the Environment, and the Fight against Corruption. 

The complete version of Torraspapel’s 2008 Environmental Report can be downloaded in Spanish, English and French at www.torraspapel.com. 

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