Wausau Paper & Environmental Protection

At Wausau Paper, we work hard to safeguard natural resources for future generations. Being responsible environmental stewards is good for the communities in which we operate — and good for the future of our business.

Waste — Each of our facilities works to minimize emissions and wastes that negatively impact the environment. We adhere to the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Recover philosophy.

Facilities — Painting, housekeeping and outside storage standards help ensure that the facility appearances meet community values.

Air Quality — Not all emissions can be eliminated, reused, or recycled. Sources of these byproducts are monitored, evaluated, and controlled for minimum environmental impact.

Water Conservation — The water management programs we have in place are designed to maintain potable and process water system integrity.

Wastewater Management — Our facilities are designed to eliminate, reduce, or recycle their wastewater streams. Wastewater treatment systems help maintain effluent quality.   

Storm Water — Segregating drainage water reduces water contamination potential. As an added safety measure, our facilities also have containment and control systems in place.

Spills — Containment facilities for process, transfer, and storage spills are maintained to protect area surface water and groundwater from toxicity and other potential dangers.

Our employees are encouraged to comply with the spirit as well as the letter of the laws protecting the environment. Only through continuous, diligent effort can we be certain that Wausau Paper is maintaining the highest standards of environmental protection.