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EPAT A web-based application to evaluate the environmental performance of paper
environmental paper assessment tool EPAT® is an innovative assessment tool that allows buyers and sellers of paper products to evaluate environmental performance data along the paper supply chain. By providing a consistent framework and metrics, EPAT creates the opportunity for informed discussion about the environmental attributes and trade-offs involved in paper purchasing decisions. EPAT was developed by the sustainability nonprofit GreenBlue in collaboration with leading paper buyers and suppliers.
What does EPAT measure? EPAT collects data at the mill level around seven environmental performance categories that represent opportunities for improvement along the supply chain of paper sourcing, manufacturing, and use.
Efficient Use and Conservation of Raw Materials - % Recovered Content - Water Use - Energy Use
Minimization of Waste - Recyclability and Compostability
Conservation of Natural Systems - Source - Certified Forest Management - Sensitive Forest Fiber
Clean Production - Air and Water Quality - Climate Stability - Solid Waste - Minimum Impact Mill Efforts - Environmental Management System
Community and Human Wellbeing - Labor and Human Rights - Human Health and Safety - Stakeholder Impacts
Economic Viability - Price
Credible Reporting and Verification - Public Reporting and Independent Verification
Paper suppliers included in EPAT AbitibiBowater Inc. Catalyst Paper Corporation Domtar Evergreen Packaging International Paper
EPAT Offers Paper Buyers - Credible environmental information to guide purchasing decisions - Access to data for multiple paper suppliers - Customized analysis of purchasing options based on a company’s sustainability objectives
Irving Forest Services Limited Kruger Inc. Mohawk Fine Papers Inc. Neenah Paper Inc. New Leaf Paper NewPage Corp.
EPAT Offers Paper Suppliers - A single, consistent framework for reporting environmental data - Opportunity to market to new customers
Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. Sappi Fine Paper North America Stora Enso Publication Papers Oy Ltd Anjala Mill Tembec UPM-Kymmene Inc. Verso Paper
Subscription Information EPAT Subscriptions: $3,000 annually Additional users per company: $500 annually Email: [email protected] To subscribe, visit www.epat.org
West Linn Paper Company
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Time & Life Building 1271 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020
600 E. Water Street Suite C Charlottesville, VA 22902
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There are many different attributes of paper to consider when selecting a product for use in print production. GreenBlue chooses its paper by taking into account not only price and performance but how it is sourced and manufactured. This paper is made from 100% post-consumer waste. It meets Forest Stewardship Council standards and is manufactured with certified GreenE windpower.
EPAT A web-based application to evaluate the environmental performance of paper
environmental paper assessment tool EPAT® is an innovative assessment tool that allows buyers and sellers of paper products to evaluate environmental performance data along the paper supply chain. By providing a consistent framework and metrics, EPAT creates the opportunity for informed discussion about the environmental attributes and trade-offs involved in paper purchasing decisions. EPAT was developed by the sustainability nonprofit GreenBlue in collaboration with leading paper buyers and suppliers.
What does EPAT measure? EPAT collects data at the mill level around seven environmental performance categories that represent opportunities for improvement along the supply chain of paper sourcing, manufacturing, and use.
Efficient Use and Conservation of Raw Materials - % Recovered Content - Water Use - Energy Use
Minimization of Waste - Recyclability and Compostability
Conservation of Natural Systems - Source - Certified Forest Management - Sensitive Forest Fiber
Clean Production - Air and Water Quality - Climate Stability - Solid Waste - Minimum Impact Mill Efforts - Environmental Management System
Community and Human Wellbeing - Labor and Human Rights - Human Health and Safety - Stakeholder Impacts
Economic Viability - Price
Credible Reporting and Verification - Public Reporting and Independent Verification
Paper suppliers included in EPAT AbitibiBowater Inc. Catalyst Paper Corporation Domtar Evergreen Packaging International Paper
EPAT Offers Paper Buyers - Credible environmental information to guide purchasing decisions - Access to data for multiple paper suppliers - Customized analysis of purchasing options based on a company’s sustainability objectives
Irving Forest Services Limited Kruger Inc. Mohawk Fine Papers Inc. Neenah Paper Inc. New Leaf Paper NewPage Corp.
EPAT Offers Paper Suppliers - A single, consistent framework for reporting environmental data - Opportunity to market to new customers
Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. Sappi Fine Paper North America Stora Enso Publication Papers Oy Ltd Anjala Mill Tembec UPM-Kymmene Inc. Verso Paper
Subscription Information EPAT Subscriptions: $3,000 annually Additional users per company: $500 annually Email: [email protected] To subscribe, visit www.epat.org
West Linn Paper Company
EPAT.ORG
Time & Life Building 1271 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020
600 E. Water Street Suite C Charlottesville, VA 22902
EPAT.ORG
There are many different attributes of paper to consider when selecting a product for use in print production. GreenBlue chooses its paper by taking into account not only price and performance but how it is sourced and manufactured. This paper is made from 100% post-consumer waste. It meets Forest Stewardship Council standards and is manufactured with certified GreenE windpower.
