Tree-free paper
Tree-free paper, also known as no tree paper, offers an alternative to traditional wood-pulp paper due to its unique raw material composition. This type of paper is considered more eco-friendly especially when evaluating its entire life cycle.
Sources of fiber for tree-free paper
Tree-free paper fibers are derived from various sources:
- Agricultural residues: These include sugarcane bagasse, husks and straw
- Fiber crops and wild plants: Common sources are bamboo, kenaf, hemp,Coir, jute, coffee husk, corn husk, lemongrass, rice stubble, spent barley and flax
- Textile and cordage wastes: Upcycling textile fibers also contribute to tree-free paper production.