Curtis Packaging: A Leader in Green Manufacturing
Curtis Packaging is a leader in the printing and packaging industry and is committed to aligning their business practices with care for the environment. In 2006, this company entered into a contract to purchase renewable energy which is equivalent to 100% of their energy usage. Their purchase makes them one of the largest commercial renewable energy purchasers in the state, and one of the largest in their industry nationally.
More about Curtis's commitmment to environmental stewardship
Mohawk Fine Papers 
At Mohawk, environmental stewardship is a top priority for everyone, every day.We believe our highly visible leadership--within an industry that relies heavily on energy, forests and water--will inspire other businesses and allow our customers to deliver a message of environmental responsibility. Our premium quality FSC-certified recycled papers are the first choice for graphic designers and corporate communicators. Since 2003 Mohawk has been a leader in the support of emission–free, renewable energy. In addition to voluntarily capping emissions and making significant investments to reduce energy consumption, Mohawk now offsets 100% of the electricity in all our mills with wind energy through the purchase of renewable energy credits. In addition, we are moving toward carbon neutral production by offering a number of products whose thermal energy component is offset by verified emissions reduction credits. Please visit www.mohawkpaper.com/environment or www.mohawkpaper.com/carbonneutral
Penmar Adds Recyclable Labels To Product Lines
Penmar Industries has announced that it has added a full line of FSC certified, 100% Post Consumer Recyclable labels to its extensive array of specialty adhesive label and tape product solutions. The new line, the Recylabel® brand, is designed for laser and ink jet printers, copiers and digital offset printing.
To find out more about Penmar’s eco-friendly labels, visit the company’s Web site.
Rogers Corporation
Rogers Corporation, a global technology leader in the development and manufacture of high performance, specialty-material-based products for a variety of applications in diverse markets, recognizes environmental stewardship, and maintaining the highest health and safety standards, as a cornerstone of its global business operations. So committed are we to continuous improvement, that we communicate about our initiatives freely and openly with our various stakeholders including employees, stockholders, customers and vendors. Our commitment is a key element in our brand definition and a central focus of how we define ourselves as a company. It is highlighted as the first Core Belief on the company’s Vision card, is featured in the Rogers’ annual report, and is championed on Rogers’ website.
The company’s main areas of focus include:
• Developing innovative products that are designed with consideration for the environment
• Implementing sustainable practices and processes to benefit the environment
• Continuously improving Environmental, Health and Safety (E,H&S) performance across Rogers’ operation globally
Ecological thinking and considering choices that are green are integral parts of the Rogers Corporation culture.
For more information visit www.rogersgreenworld.com
Wiremold/Legrand
Wiremold/Legrand Contributes to Sustainable Design. Wire and cable management systems from Wiremold/Legrand systems support sound green building practices through the use of recycled-content materials, local/regional manufacturing, reduced construction waste, and site and installation benefits like reduced packaging and prefabricated wiring systems. Sustainable buildings frequently employ Wiremold® products like raised floor components to facilitate underfloor air handling, infloor systems that bring services closer to the user, and architectural columns that provide power and data in open spaces. Wiremold/Legrand is a pioneer in lean manufacturing that strives for the total elimination of waste. For more information, please visit Wiremold/Legrand's Web site.