Redefining Energy Efficiency in Paper Production, Paper360º November/December 2024

The paper industry is currently undergoing a shift due to rising energy costs and the urgent need to reduce its carbon footprint. While companies are streamlining production systems to increase their competitiveness, they are also prioritizing energy savings, sustainability development, and diversification into new business areas, such as the development of innovative products.

In 2023, the production of board and packaging paper surpassed 265 million tons, with forecasts predicting an average annual growth rate of around 4.6 percent. As sustainability and environmental responsibility gain importance, the industry is not only adopting eco-friendly materials, but also focusing on optimizing energy use in the papermaking process. One of the most energy-intensive stages in paper manufacturing is dewatering the paper roll, where vacuum systems account for 20-25 percent of the total electrical energy consumption.

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