Green Glossary

This page contains a list of green expressions that apply to manufacturing and industry. You can search for a given phrase or find phrases by clicking on their initials on the table below.

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Phrase Explanation
Paper Mill Sludge

Sludge generated as a result of treating raw water and wastewater. This consists primarily of fibres, fine particles and organic matter.
Phosphorus

Phosphorus. An essential element for all living cells. Both elements are widely used in fertilizers and pesticides - they also occur naturally in wood. Excessive levels, if released into water systems can cause eutrophication and reduce the oxygen level in the water; this can ultimately lead to the death of most aquatic life in the affected water system.

Post Consumer Recycled Fibres
PCRF

PCRFs are produced from paper which has been used by the consumer, collected, sorted and recycled through an industrial process.