GHG Emissions, Industrial, Sourcing Renewables - March 12, 2025
Rockline Industries Invests in Renewable Power
Rockline Industries, a manufacturer of coffee filters and consumer, medical, and commercial wet wipes, announced its continued investment in green power.
Through its participation in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Green Power Partnership, Rockline now sources nearly 21 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of green power annually, covering 55% of the company's total electricity use. Three major Rockline facilities — including its Springdale, Arkansas; Booneville, Arkansas; and Morristown, Tennessee (Iatric subsidiary) sites — now operate on 100% or near-100% renewable electricity.
Since its baseline year of 2022, Rockline has reduced energy intensity by 15%. All facilities have separate green teams that use programs for continuous improvement and strategic energy management. While production rates increase, energy usage has not.
Energy usage at Rockline is primarily derived from electricity, but also consists of natural gas, diesel and minor amounts of gasoline. The company sources 100% renewable electricity at two manufacturing sites, two distribution centers and three corporate buildings, as well as 80% renewable electricity at a third manufacturing site.
The company also announced the elimination of propane from its operations by using fully electric forklifts.
Details were released in its 14th annual Sustainability Report. This year's report highlights major milestones in the company's commitment to reducing carbon emissions, increasing green power usage, and minimizing waste across its operations.
"As part of our long-term sustainability vision, we continue to take bold steps toward reducing our environmental impact," said Randy Rudolph, President of Rockline Industries, in a statement. "In the past year, we have made significant strides in increasing our use of renewable energy, further reducing our greenhouse gas emissions, and cutting down waste across our facilities. I'm incredibly proud of the dedication of our team to making these sustainability commitments a reality."
Beyond its energy initiatives, Rockline also reports notable improvements in waste reduction. Since the start of its sustainability program in 2008, the company has achieved a 33% reduction in solid waste generation at its manufacturing sites. The company continues to focus on wastewater reduction efforts and has introduced new initiatives to improve recycling and material efficiency.
Rockline remains committed to its goal of lowering absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2032 (compared to its 2022 baseline) and its commitment to be net zero by 2050. This effort aligns with its broader vision of achieving fossil fuel independence through clean, low-carbon energy, minimizing waste and environmental impact, and developing ecologically sustainable products.
Read These Related Articles:
Stay Up-To-Date
