Galaxy Press recognized as a leader in the Green Business Program
In a program sponsored by the Contra Costa Green Business Program we, along with 9 other companines , were recognized as being at the forefront of the Greening of the business community. at an event held at the Lindsey museum in Walnut Creek.
Paper Recycling Hits Record High
Posted by Adam Dewitz on April 3, 2008
The American Forest & Paper Association is reporting an all-time high for paper recycled in America:
In 2007, an all-time high of 56 percent of the paper consumed in America was recovered for recycling, achieving a significant industry goal five years ahead of schedule. Announcing the achievement today, the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) also set a new goal of 60 percent recovery by 2012.
“Industry is demonstrating a real commitment to environmental sustainability by continuing to set and achieve aggressive paper recovery goals,” said AF&PA President and CEO Donna Harman. “Whether at home, school, or work, paper recovery is something we can all do to make a difference.”
“While the upward trend in recovery rates is most encouraging, getting to 60 percent is an important challenge for all of us. Everyone has a role to play in our effort to sustain and grow the country’s recycling programs and recover more paper,” continued Patrick J. Moore, chairman and CEO, Smurfit-Stone Container Corporation. Smurfit-Stone is a longstanding AF&PA member and is one of the world’s largest paper recyclers. The company collected more than 7 million tons of recyclable material in 2007.
The 54.3 million tons of paper recovered in 2007 add up to more than 360 pounds for every man, woman, and child in America. Each percentage point is the equivalent of approximately one million additional tons of recovered paper – enough to fill more than 14,000 railroad cars.
Galaxy Press earns
Concord Business Recognition Award!
From the awards ceremony,
"There is no question that Galaxy Press' commitment to Concord's economic vitality as a long-time business for 31 years and your innovative printing technology meets the qualities that exemplify the Concord Business Recognition Awards." |
