News
Kingsport Mill’s Ellie Southern Receives 40 Under Forty Award
Domtar’s Kingsport Mill Unveils New Veterans Wall
Paper Excellence Group Rebrands as Domtar
PROFILE: Ellie Southern
Domtar Corporation Donates $25,000 to Aid Disaster Relief in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia
Domtar’s Jan Martin, Ellie Southern Visit with Legislators in Washington, D.C.
PROFILE: Tori Gilliam
Kingsport’s Holub Receives PIMA Brookshire Moore Superintendent of the Year Award
Kingsport Mill Welcomes Retirees for Old-Fashioned Homecoming
Domtar’s Randy Adams Receives Pulp and Paper Safety Association’s Highest Honor
Domtar Corporation Announces Partnership with U.S. Army PaYS Program
Domtar Hosts ETSU Engineering Students for Kingsport Mill Tour
Domtar’s Kingsport Mill Donates $5,000 to Northeast State Community College
In a gesture of appreciation, Domtar’s Kingsport Mill presented a $5,000 donation to Northeast State Community College on Friday, Aug. 18.
Teachers Visit Domtar’s Kingsport Mill as Part of Trees to Products Program
Domtar’s Kingsport Mill recently hosted teachers from across the Commonwealth of Virginia as part of the Trees to Products program.
Kingsport Mill Reopens, Announces Corrugated Recycling Partnership
Kingsport Mill Conversion Project Wins Prestigious PPSA Safety Award
Domtar celebrates transformation of Kingsport Mill
Communication is Key to Safety in Massive Conversion Project
Domtar hosts ribbon-cutting, announces Food City partnership
Celebrating the Kingsport Mill Grand Reopening
FAQs
Domtar Packaging Kingsport frequently asked questions
What is the odor I smell near the mill?
The odor you smell is a result of the decomposition of wood fibers and organic matter in our effluent treatment system that originates in the recycled paper used to make our products. While the odor can sometimes be unpleasant, it is harmless to the environment and community. The decomposition of organic matter takes time for materials to naturally break down. At 23 acres, our effluent treatment process is its own ecosystem.
What is hydrogen sulfide, and should I be concerned about levels?
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) occurs naturally and is produced when bacteria break down organic material where oxygen is limited such as in a swamp or wetland. It is easily detected as the smell of “rotten eggs.” Just because you smell it does not mean it is harmful to you. While it can be unpleasant, the levels at the mill site — including our wastewater treatment facility — are safe for our employees and contractors as well as the community nearby.
What is the mill doing to mitigate the odor issues?
The mill has installed a system to help block and minimize odor around our wastewater treatment pond. Additionally, supplemental chemical oxidants are being added to the wastewater to improve the efficiency of the decomposition process and minimize odor. We are also currently evaluating what additional engineering solutions may be available.