Buckeye Florida Corporation - Pulp and Paper Facility in Perry, Florida

Buckeye Florida Corporation is a pulp and paper facility located in Perry, Taylor County, Florida, United States. The plant is operational and falls under NAICS code 322110, which covers pulp mills. As a key industrial utility in the region, it processes wood fiber into pulp for paper production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). It is subject to multi-media environmental permits and must comply with emissions and effluent standards. The pulp and paper sector is known for its significant water and energy use, as well as potential releases of pollutants such as particulate matter and wastewater. Buckeye Florida Corporation plays a role in the local economy and industrial landscape of Perry. Its operations contribute to the regional supply chain for paper products. The plant's environmental management includes adherence to EPA regulations, which aim to minimize its ecological footprint through pollution control technologies and waste management practices.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Taylor County, Florida, near the Gulf Coast. The region's ecosystem includes wetlands and forests, which are sensitive to industrial emissions and water discharges. Pulp and paper production involves high water consumption and potential releases of organic compounds, chlorinated compounds, and particulate matter. Proximity to natural water bodies necessitates stringent wastewater treatment to protect aquatic life.