Cascades Receives Award

Canadian based paper company receives environmental award.

The Cascades paper manufacturing complex in Kingsey Falls, was awarded a Phénix in the category of "Expertise in Sustainable Development - An Industry that has Implemented an Environmental Management System" category, thereby promoting the continual improvement of the environmental performances. The award was presented May 22nd at the 6th annual gala of the "Phénix de l'environnement".

The sustainable development of environmental technologies and their implementation at the Cascades paper manufacturing complex in Kingsey Falls focuses on two main objectives:

The use of recycled fibers for the manufacture of many paper and cardboard products; and the reduction of fresh water consumption and effluent flow.

The "Phénix de l'environnement" honours Quebecers who have made important contributions to the sustainable development and safeguarding of the environment.

This year an independent jury awarded 17 Phénix in five different categories. Individuals, institutions and companies were rewarded for their originality or the importance of their contribution to the protection of the environment.