In our daily life, the paper industry has become an integral part of our everyday existence. Products ranging from books, newspapers, to packaging materials… all require the use of paper. However, the paper production process cannot be completed without the use of various chemicals. When we mention chemicals, people often have concerns about their environmental impact. Nonetheless, if they had been chosen, produced, and handled carefully and responsibly, chemicals can undoubtedly bring numerous benefits to our life. Otherwise, they can lead to unintended consequences for the environment, such as water pollution, reduced air quality, and impacts on community health. Specifically:

Water Pollution: The chemicals used in the chemical paper production process, if it is not treated to standard, they can be harmful to water sources, leading to pollution of rivers and streams and affecting the health of the aquatic environment.

Air Pollution: In the paper production process, the grinding of wood into paper pulp generates dust particles and harmful gases that can pollute the air if not properly treated and controlled. This can pose health problems for both the surrounding population and the ecosystem. 

Impact on Human Health: Environmentally unfriendly chemicals can adversely affect human health. The harmful compounds can contact with the workers’s skin who working in paper factory or they just simply breathe it, this leading to health issues ranging from eye and skin irritation to serious respiratory problems.

 

One of the most important benefits of using environmentally friendly chemicals is the protection of the health of those working in the paper production industry. Worker no longer have to be exposed to harmful compounds and polluting waste, creating a healthier and safer work environment. Addditionally, using environmentally friendly chemicals helps protect biodiversity. It safeguards not only aquatic life but also other plants and animals from the adverse effects of harmful chemical substances.

As we can see, climate change is increasingly evident each year, and from a macro perspective, certain environmentally unfriendly chemicals can contribute to a significant amount of greenhouse gas emissions, affecting climate change. Using environmentally friendly chemicals helps minimize this impact and contributes to climate change mitigation. Moreover, prioritizing the safety of both people and wildlife over profits helps you establish sustainable development and meet the growing market demands for environmental protection.

To ensure and build a sustainable future for the paper and chemical industry and establish a strong brand reputation, we need the specific measures that can solve above problems and there are some suggestions of our company – CRM Technology (Vietnam) Co., LTD:

Investment and Research: Companies should invest in research and development to create new types of chemicals and improve or replace components in chemicals to make them safer, environmentally friendly, and optimize production processes for their businesses.

Effective Waste Management: Ensuring proper disposal of industrial waste, including the construction of waste management systems that meet environmental hygiene standards.

Collaboration with Environmental Organizations: Companies should collaborate with environmental organizations to develop advanced solutions for the use of environmentally friendly chemicals.

Public Awareness: Creating awareness of the importance of using environmentally friendly chemicals in paper production is crucial. Promoting and encouraging awareness among both industry professionals and the local community is essential.

In the context of increasingly climate change and environmental pollution, protecting the environment in the paper and chemical industry is something that businesses should prioritize and place at the forefront. Choosing, using, and handling environmentally friendly chemicals in the paper production industry is not only the right thing to do but also gives each business a sense of purpose and responsibility. We need the cooperation and interaction of manufacturers, environmental organizations, and the community to ensure that this industry is making a positive contribution to environmental protection and building a sustainable future.