| We make our own paper |
Clairefontaine is currently the only European manufacturer making its own paper for its own products. This guarantees not only consistent quality, but also controls the environmental impact of the manufacturing process. |
| Materials from certified sustainable forests |
Clairefontaine paper is made from cellulose fibers from sawmill waste, wood by-products and pulp from forests independently certified by PEFC (Pan European Forest Certification) and FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) as sustainably managed. This certification also ensures areas of high ecological value are protected. |
| Better manufacturing process |
We reduce our water consumption through advanced recycling of the water used in the production process. We return the water to the River Meurthe cleaner than when it arrived at our plant. The water is so clean when it leaves our facility local people can fish, boat and swim downstream within sight of the mill. |
| No bleaching |
Our paper is chlorine-free. A gift of nature, a mineral called calcium carbonate gives Clairefontaine paper its famous trademark qualities of extra white and ultra smooth. |
| We supply most of our own energy |
We operate with a dual power generation system (electricity and steam). We now supply 80% of our own energy needs. |
| Solving the problem of waste elimination |
The waste from our water treatment plant is converted into agricultural compost. This is a first for the paper industry. |
| Commitment to solid waste reduction & recycling |
Through a plan for improving sorting at source and recycling/transforming, we have reduced the quantity of solid waste produced by our plant by over two thirds. Our packaging methods are designed to produce the least waste (returnable containers; bulk packaging, etc.) |
| Papeteries de Clairefontaine — L'Environnement |
Jean-Marie Nusse, the president of Papeteries de Clairefontaine, discusses the company's environmental commitment in this video » |
