Transforming Industry, Preserving the Environment

Domtar Rothschild Mill

DELIVERING QUALITY SINCE 1910

A Legacy of Innovation, A Future of Sustainability

Originally constructed in 1909 along the Wisconsin River, Domtar’s Rothschild, Wisconsin, mill is home to industry-leading, high-quality commercial printing paper brands Cougar® and Lynx®. It has also given rise to a thriving community that many of its employees call home. 

After beginning as a small operation dedicated to producing paper products to meet the growing demands of a booming industrial era, the mill has evolved into one of the leading paper manufacturing facilities in the region. Its fiber line boasts a unique partnership for lignin byproduct manufacturing and biomass energy cogeneration, and its own sustainability platform with 100 percent of the steam needed to power the mill generated from renewable resources. 

With nearly 350 employees, the Rothschild Mill supports approximately 1,700 local jobs. As one of the largest employers in Rothschild, it contributes approximately $150 million to the regional economy annually. Each year, the Rothschild Mill contributes an estimated $30,000 in grassroots giving to the local community.

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An Eye to the Future

Leading by Example

Domtar’s Rothschild Mill is a testament to more than 100 years of industrial innovation and community engagement. While proud of its history, the mill continues to look forward, embracing the future of sustainable papermaking and fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.

Since being acquired by Domtar in 2007, the Rothschild Mill has continued to develop, adopting cutting-edge sustainability practices and expanding its focus on renewable energy. In 2013, the mill became a trailblazer by partnering with We Energies to open a biomass power plant, significantly reducing its environmental footprint while contributing to renewable energy production in Wisconsin.

While adapting to the changing times, the Rothschild Mill has led by example, incorporating sustainable forestry practices and efficient water management into its operations. For example, the mill beneficially reuses about 98 percent of its manufacturing waste. 

Along with these advancements, the mill continues to ensure that its employees return home safely. In 2022, the mill received the Domtar “Tom Detwiler” Safety Excellence Award for achieving 2 million man-hours without a lost-time injury.

With its focus on eco-friendly practices, renewable energy sources and safety, the mill is committed to minimizing its impact on the environment while continuing to deliver high-quality paper products to customers worldwide.

Latest News from Domtar Rothschild Mill

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Sep 24 2024

Cougar® Paper: One of the Coolest Products We Make

We’ve heard it a few times: Of the many products we manufacture each day, Cougar® paper is one of our employees’ favorites — and it’s a favorite of printers and...
Nov 21 2022

Domtar Celebrates 50 Years of Cougar® at Rothschild Mill

Domtar’s Cougar® paper brand has given life to creative ideas across North America for a half century. Featured in presidential holiday cards, the Kate Spade Brand...
Nov 03 2022

From Factory to Field (Notes): A Consumer Paper Products Story

This is the first in a two-part series about Domtar’s consumer paper products relationship with Field Notes®. Field Notes memo books are some of the most...
Jan 28 2021

Manufacturing Byproducts Offer Benefits to Mills, Environment

Turning our manufacturing byproducts into usable products is just one of the ways Domtar works to operate efficiently and responsibly. These efforts reduce costs,...

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