Rolland LCA confirms its papers’ environmental superiority

Rolland Enterprises (St-Jérôme, Quebec) has released its second Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), which confirms the environmental superiority of its recycled fine papers, produced by Ageco and revised by an independent panel of experts. The study evaluates the environmental footprint of Rolland Enviro and Rolland Opaque, and compares them with the North American industry average of virgin and 100% recycled papers. The system-based, quantitative method evaluates the environmental footprint of the paper while considering its entire lifecycle – from raw material extraction, processing, manufacturing and distribution, to disposal. Whether for climate change, water quality, biodiversity or resources, Rolland Enviro had the smallest environmental footprint.

“Our LCA is the reflection of our integrity,” said Philip C. Rundle, President of Rolland Enterprises. “Not only does it confirm the environmental stewardship of our products, it also confirms our willingness to openly share our findings.” The study conforms to ISO 14040-14044 standards for LCA studies with comparative assertions intended for public disclosure. The independent panel of experts concluded after a thorough validation, that “the overall quality of this LCA study is very high. The report reflects Rolland’s commitment to true sustainability.”
Rolland Enterprises is a market leader in the production of specialty uncoated fine papers with “the highest standards for environmental sustainability.” The company produces fine papers with biogas energy and up to 100% recycled content for many industry sectors – including security printing as well as the commercial, office, government and education markets. Rolland’s facilities include its Paper Mill and Converting Center in St-Jérôme, Québec, as well as deinking facilities in Lévis Québec and De Pere, Winsconsin.