Cellutissue Corporation Neenah D.B.A Clearwater Paper - Pulp and Paper Facility in Neenah, Wisconsin

Cellutissue Corporation Neenah D.B.A Clearwater Paper is a pulp and paper facility situated at 249 N Lake St, Neenah, Wisconsin, in Winnebago County. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS codes 322120 (Paper Mills) and 322121 (Paperboard Mills), reflecting its role in the paper manufacturing sector. As part of the broader pulp and paper industry, this facility contributes to the production of tissue and paper products. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Section 313 reporting. Pulp and paper mills are subject to specific effluent guidelines and air emission standards under these laws. The plant's location in Neenah, Wisconsin, places it in a region with a strong industrial history, particularly in paper manufacturing. The environmental significance of this facility lies in its potential discharges to water and air, typical of the pulp and paper sector. The plant's proximity to Lake Winnebago and the Fox River may influence local water quality considerations. Compliance with EPA regulations ensures monitoring and control of pollutants. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing activity in a sector known for its resource intensity and environmental management practices.

The pulp and paper industry is characterized by high water usage, energy consumption, and potential releases of pollutants such as particulate matter, volatile organic compounds, and chlorinated compounds. In Wisconsin, paper mills are a traditional industrial presence, often located near water bodies for process and discharge needs. The facility's location in Neenah, near Lake Winnebago and the Fox River, underscores the importance of water quality management. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and state permits aims to minimize ecological impacts on these sensitive aquatic environments.