Sustainable Papers

    Commercial

    Rolland’s sustainable commercial papers are ideal for high quality magazines, books, brochures and annual reports.

    Rolland Enviro® Print
    Rolland Enviro® Satin
    Rolland Enviro® Book
    Rolland Opaque®
    Rolland Enviro® Opaque Offset
    Rolland Kraft®

    Digital

    Rolland offers a selection of exceptional sustainable papers for digital and inkjet printing, best for short runs or customized documents.

    Rolland Enviro® Digital
    Rolland Enviro® Jet
    Rolland Hitech®

    Office

    Daily office activities require options. Rolland’s environmentally friendly sustainable papers designed for the office enhance the visual quality of any printed document.

    Rolland Enviro® Copy

    Security

    Rolland has been a world leader in security sustainable paper manufacturing for generations. We produce a wide variety of security sustainable papers, including checks, prescription pads, money orders, passports, visas, and share certificates.

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    Paper manufacturing

    At Rolland, we believe in the reincarnation of sustainable paper. Our innovative manufacturing processes mine the “urban forest” with the least amount of impact to the environment and its natural resources.

    Life cycle assessment

    Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is an internationally recognized, scientific method that assesses the environmental impact of a product throughout its entire life cycle.

    Sustainability strategy

    We strive to create a sustainable future. See how we are working to achieve sustainable growth by investing in our products, our people and the planet.

    Biogas energy

    At Rolland, we use biogas as our main energy source. We transport it through a dedicated, eight-mile pipeline from a nearby landfill to fulfill 93% of our paper mill’s thermal energy needs.

    Our commitment

    Rolland is committed to being an ecological leader in the pulp and paper industry.

    Our certifications

    Paper certifications are designed to help protect the environment, promote sustainable practices, and inform consumers about the most ecological choices available to them.

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Rolland Sustainability Biogas Energy

Biogas Energy

Biogas Energy

A local, environmentally-friendly source

Our main energy source—biogas—is transported in a dedicated, 8‑mile pipeline from a nearby landfill to fulfill 93% of our paper mill’s thermal energy needs. Not only is biogas a renewable energy, it reduces our CO2 emissions by 70,000 tons, or 23,400 compact cars, annually. Because of biogas, Rolland Enviro has less environmental impact compared to the North American industry average for uncoated virgin and 100% recycled papers.

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What is biogas?

Biogas is garbage gas

Biogas comes from decomposing landfill organic waste that’s been captured to prevent its release into the air. It is transported by pipeline to Rolland and used as thermal energy to produce paper instead of using traditional combustible fuels.

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Facts about biogas

Environmental reduction

Our paper production generates 70,000 fewer tons of CO2 annually than traditional fossil fuels, or the equivalent of 23,400 fewer compact cars on the road.

Transformation and composition

Biogas primarily consists of carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4). When methane is burned to produce steam, it turns into CO2 and becomes 21 times less harmful to the atmosphere.

Thermal energy

Biogas energy powers 93% of Rolland’s paper machines.

Renewable energy

Biogas is a local, renewable and widely available energy source that would be lost if not utilized.

Rolland’s lightbulb moment 

The inspiration to invest in biogas didn’t come from an engineer, scientist or technician. An office employee had the idea: After some digging confirmed the merits of using landfill biogas, he brought the idea to the management team. This led to a major investment that turned inspiration into a reality. The rest is history.

Better for…

Environment

Using Biogas rather than fossil fuels, Rolland reduces annual CO2 emissions. Biogas is mainly carbon dioxide and methane: When methane burns to produce steam for papermaking it becomes CO2, which is 21 times less harmful to the atmosphere

Society

Our investment in biogas has boosted the local economy, which helps sustain the community – making it an important pillar for Rolland’s corporate social responsibility efforts. The initial idea to use biogas came from our workforce, proving that an engaged workforce makes for stronger community.

Business

The landfill operator collects biogas – previously burned off, creating no value – and a utility operates the pipeline to Rolland. Both receive revenues as part of our supply chain. This cost-effective fuel also strengthens Rolland’s long-term competitiveness.

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The Rolland community is united by a passion for environmental papers. Gain insights on sustainability in the paper industry and beyond from our thought leaders.

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Nationwide Poll in the United States Finds K-12 Parents Overwhelmingly View Printed Materials as Essential Part of Student Learning

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