Sustainability Operations
At Novolex, environmental stewardship is a core value shared across our organization. Recognizing our responsibility to reduce environmental impacts across our manufacturing operations, we have established a growing set of operational KPIs that focus on key areas of our environmental footprint.
Richwood Plant Recycling Optimization
In July 2024, the Richwood, Kentucky plant—working with waste partner Casella—identified opportunities to advance waste reduction and enhance recycling processes by shifting from compacting paper waste to shredding and baling those materials in-house. As a result, our Richwood location now bales an average of 270 tons of material that is sent directly to the mill for recycling. This change has led to a significant increase in material value per ton, monthly savings in hauling fees, and a reduction in emissions associated with fewer compactor hauls.
Food & Product Safety
At Novolex, our commitment to food and product safety begins at the highest levels of leadership and extends throughout the organization. To meet the expectations of our diverse customer base, all employees in contact with food adhere to globally recognized standards, including those set by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI).
Created by industry leaders to reduce food safety risks and enhance trust across the supply chain, GFSI promotes continuous improvement in food safety management systems worldwide. We remain dedicated to upholding these standards.