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ECO-FRIENDLY TIPS
Going Green in the Paper Converting Industry
Our Commitment to Eco-Friendly Resources and Operations
At Resource One International, we understand the importance of environmentally focused operations in the paper converting industry and are committed to playing our part in protecting our surroundings. We strive to be a sustainable operation that balances your companys green objectives and budget without creating a significant impact on the environment or decline in the yield of your product.
We use renewable resources whenever possible and are constantly finding creative ways to implement eco-friendly changes in our paper converting processes. Heres how were working to go green - your company can implement these ideas to do the same:
| Responsible Packaging Purchasing and Usage
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| Implementing Continuous Improvements that are Lean- and Green-Friendly
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- Doing more with less
- Reducing waste by focusing on time- and material management
- Using the right things in the right ways
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Focusing on Low Energy Consumption
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- Heating
- Lighting
- Equipment motors
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| Proper Waste Management
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- Maximize yields
- Minimize pre-consumer waste
- Maximize all recycling efforts
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Why Green Operations Are So Essential
100 million tons of paper are used in the U.S. each year
25% of landfill waste is paper
25% of trees cut are used for paper
700 pounds of paper are consumed annually by each U.S. citizen
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