Overview
Graphic Packaging International, Inc. operates a pulp and paper facility in Santa Clara, California. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS 322120 for paper mills.
Graphic Packaging International, Inc. is a pulp and paper facility located at 2600 De La Cruz Blvd in Santa Clara, California. The plant is operational and falls under NAICS code 322120, which covers paper mills. As part of the broader pulp and paper sector, this facility contributes to the production of paper-based packaging products. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental regulations including 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. The plant's location in Santa Clara County places it within a region with stringent state-level environmental regulations from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the State Water Resources Control Board. As a pulp and paper facility, Graphic Packaging International plays a role in the production of sustainable packaging materials. The plant's operations involve processes such as pulping, bleaching, and papermaking, which require careful management of water usage, wastewater treatment, and air emissions. The facility's proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area underscores the importance of compliance with local environmental standards to minimize its ecological footprint.
Environmental context
Santa Clara, California, is located in the Santa Clara Valley, part of the San Francisco Bay Area. The region has a Mediterranean climate with dry summers and mild winters. The area is densely populated and hosts a mix of technology and manufacturing industries. For pulp and paper facilities, key environmental considerations include water consumption, wastewater discharge, and air emissions of particulate matter and volatile organic compounds. The proximity to urban areas necessitates stringent pollution controls to protect public health and local ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Graphic Packaging International is located at 2600 De La Cruz Blvd, Santa Clara, California 95050, United States.
Graphic Packaging International operates a pulp and paper mill that produces paper-based packaging materials, such as cartons and containers, for various consumer goods.
The facility's NAICS code is 322120, which corresponds to paper mills that manufacture paper from pulp.
The facility must comply with US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. Additionally, California state regulations from CARB and the State Water Board impose stricter standards.
Pulp and paper production can generate air emissions, wastewater, and solid waste. Key concerns include water usage, chemical bleaching, and greenhouse gas emissions. Modern facilities employ pollution control technologies and sustainable practices to mitigate impacts.
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