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Tree-Less Paper?09-18-08 | News

Tree-Less Paper?




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Worldwide, trees are heaving great sighs of relief. Ultra Green paper is made from inorganic mineral powders derived from limestone and calcium carbonate, with a trace amount of non-toxic resin and high density polyethylene (HDPE) as a binding agent. No chlorine is use?EUR??,,????'??+and no trees!


A Chicago paper company, GPA, has come up with an amazing invention?EUR??,,????'??+its Ultra Green paper is 100 percent tree free. Just as important, the paper is produced without any water. What more can you ask for? What?EUR??,,????'???s more, Ultra Green paper is also won?EUR??,,????'???t yellow or become brittle no matter how long it?EUR??,,????'???s exposed to sunlight. The paper is resistant to scuffing, water, grease and oils and can be used outdoors without being at risk from decomposing. Plus it offers antimicrobial protection and conforms to FDA standards for food contact! And due to the water and energy savings made in its manufacturing process, Ultra Green paper is priced 30 to 40 percent below than regular synthetic paper and film.

Replacing one ton of traditional paper with one ton of Ultra Green paper saves 20 trees, according to Environmental Defense’s paper calculator. It also eliminates 42 pounds of waterborne waste, 7,480 gallons water/wastewater, 167 pounds solid waste and 236 lbs carbon emissions. Energy savings amount to 25 million BTU.

GPA says that the paper combines the printability of a traditional paper product with the durability of a plastic sheet. It does not require special inks or manufacturing processes. What an invention!

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