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Taking care of the forest

Wood, and the pulp derived from it, is the most important resource in the production of high-quality design paper. The wood origins from the vast Swedish forests, and we have high demands on how they are managed. Utilisation of Swedish wood contributes to transports with low carbon dioxide emissions, it also contributes to the extension of the Swedish forests. In less than 100 years, Sweden’s forest assets have doubled. And since the felling rate is less than the growth rate, the volume of forest continues to increase by a net increment. As the forest is constantly growing, its renewable power never ends, as long as the forest is properly managed and cared for.

All forestry operations are certified to recognised sustainability criteria, such as the FSC® and PEFC standards, which promotes the practice of sustainably forestry worldwide. Sustainably managed forests promote the livelihood of many different plants, animals and micro-organisms vital for biodiversity. These forests have a positive influence on the water supply in our region. As they are part of the natural ecosystem, they do not need any additional water to grow.

Furthermore, our products fulfil the requirements of the Nordic Swan Ecolabel, which review the environmental impact of goods and services throughout the entire life cycle – from raw material to waste and place demands on function and quality. All forestry operations comply with The Forestry Act, which regulates how the forest is managed through an economic, an ecologic and a cultural perspective.

Taking care of the water we use

Our paper mill is located by a water stream and we have responsibility of the water flow in the lake of Läen and the River of Ronneby. These waters are the habitat of thousands different species vital for biodiversity.

The used process water is purified in our efficient wastewater treatment plant before release. We constantly improve our operations on a regular basis and invest in more effective equipment. In order to maintain a good freshwater ecosystem, we analyse the quality of the discharged water daily in our SWEDAC accredited laboratory.

Moreover, Lessebo Paper is a member of Ronnebyåns Vattenvårdsförbund (Water Conservation Association of the River of Ronneby), with an objective of good freshwater ecosystem.

Minimising our water consumption

The paper machines at Lessebo Paper have separate closed white water system loops which enables us to keep the water consumption as low as possible.

Responsible operation with chemicals

The chemicals in the production fulfil the requirements of REACH European Community Regulation, created to improve protection of human health and the environment from the risks that can be posed by chemicals as well as the promotion of alternative test methods, free circulation of substances and enhancing competitiveness and innovation. 

No substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic (CMR) are used in the production of pulp and paper. Lessebo Colours Pitch Black 9099 and Black Bird 9191 are produced without carbon black.

Lessebo Paper was one of the first paper producers in Sweden to eliminate Chlorine. Chlorine is a toxic chemical that attacks the human respiratory system, eyes and skin. It is also damaging for the environment, since the use of chlorine produces organochlorine compounds, which can destroy organisms. Today, all products from Lessebo Paper are produced from totally chlorine free pulp, TCF.

Minimising our consumption of chemicals

Through separate closed white water loop systems, the chemicals in the production are reused, which results in minimised chemical consumption.