Domtar sells millionth ton of FSC certified paper
Domtar Corporation in the US has reached a significant milestone with the sale of its millionth ton of FSC certified paper. This achievement is a direct result of the commitment Domtar made nearly a decade ago to pursue FSC certification for all of its forests and facilities.
Today, more than 40 different locations in Domtar's supply chain are FSC certified, as are its 15 pulp and paper mills and more than 15 million acres of the forests from which the company sources its fiber.
"The choice Domtar and others are making for FSC is generating concrete social and environmental benefits for the world's forests and the people who depend on them. The sale of the first million tons of FSC certified paper is another landmark in the company's commitment to sustainability. Congratulations to Domtar for its leadership and to its entire staff for making this a reality," said Andre de Freitas, Executive Director of FSC.
Since the company's first FSC certified ton was manufactured in 2002, Domtar's offering has evolved from one product to a full line of environmentally and socially responsible papers known collectively as Domtar EarthChoice®. All Domtar EarthChoice® products are certified to FSC standards.
In marking this milestone, Domtar created a vibrant visual message about FSC on its website, thanking its customers for helping to protect watersheds and forests and give a voice to communities and indigenous peoples. For more information about Domtar EarthChoice®, visit www.domtarearthchoice.com.
Read FSC US interview with Domtar's Lewis Fix (July 2009)
Source: FSC US press release
