Georgia Pacific Monticello LLC - Pulp and Paper Facility in Monticello, Mississippi

Georgia Pacific Monticello LLC is a pulp and paper facility located in Monticello, Lawrence County, Mississippi. The plant operates in the United States, a country with stringent environmental regulations for the pulp and paper sector. As a large-scale industrial facility, it is classified under NAICS codes 322110 (Pulp Mills), 322130 (Paperboard Mills), and 325194 (Cyclic Crude and Intermediate Manufacturing). The facility operates under the US EPA's multi-media regulatory framework, including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). It is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for wastewater discharge and must comply with TRI Section 313 reporting for toxic releases. The plant uses chemical pulping processes typical of the sector, with associated emissions of sulfur compounds and particulate matter. As a major industrial utility, the plant plays a significant role in the regional economy and local community. Its operations contribute to the production of essential paper and packaging materials. The facility's environmental management includes pollution control technologies and adherence to best practices for waste reduction and energy efficiency.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Mississippi, near the Pearl River basin. The local environment includes forested lands and agricultural areas. Pulp and paper operations can impact air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and particulate matter, and water resources through process wastewater. The plant's proximity to waterways necessitates careful management of effluent to protect aquatic ecosystems.