Overview
Packaging Corporation of America dba Boise Paper operates a pulp and paper mill in International Falls, Minnesota. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 322121 for paper mills.
Packaging Corporation of America dba Boise Paper is a pulp and paper mill located at 400 2nd St, International Falls, Minnesota, United States. The facility is operational and falls under NAICS code 322121, indicating a paper mill that produces paper from pulp. As part of a major packaging company, this plant contributes to the production of containerboard and corrugated products. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 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, requiring permits for discharges and emissions. The plant likely uses chemical pulping processes, which involve significant water and energy use. This mill plays a key role in the local economy of International Falls and the broader Minnesota region. Its environmental significance stems from potential impacts on air quality and water resources, given the sector's high water consumption and pollutant generation. The facility's proximity to the Rainy River watershed underscores the importance of compliance with water discharge regulations.
Environmental context
The International Falls area is situated near the Rainy River and Voyageurs National Park, providing sensitive aquatic and forest ecosystems. Pulp and paper mills can release pollutants such as particulate matter, sulfur compounds, and chlorinated organics. The facility's operations may affect local air quality and water bodies, requiring stringent adherence to EPA regulations to minimize ecological impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 400 2nd St, International Falls, Minnesota, United States, near the Canadian border.
This pulp and paper mill produces paper products, likely containerboard for corrugated packaging, as part of Packaging Corporation of America.
The NAICS code is 322121, 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, RCRA, and TRI reporting. Pulp and paper mills have specific effluent guidelines and air emission standards.
The mill's operations can affect local air and water quality due to emissions and wastewater discharge. Proximity to the Rainy River requires careful management to protect aquatic ecosystems.
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