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The responsibility of the pulp and paper sector with regard to sustainable development: how much is enough?

Authors :
Kiperstok A
Silva CM
Source :
Water science and technology : a journal of the International Association on Water Pollution Research [Water Sci Technol] 2007; Vol. 55 (6), pp. 65-71.
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

Pulp and paper companies all over the world certify their environmental management systems assuming public commitments for the continuous improvement of their relationship with the environment. Once certified, they consider themselves having done their part. But is this enough? This work has been carried out with the clear intention of provoking the professionals who can give the much needed answers for the construction of environmental sustainability in the pulp and paper sector.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0273-1223
Volume :
55
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Water science and technology : a journal of the International Association on Water Pollution Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
17486836
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2166/wst.2007.213