Energy cost reduction in the pulp and paper industry: an overview - Increased energy efficiency can lead to improved competitive advantage

This paper, intended for the mill ur corporate-level manager responsible fo r reducing energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions, presents an overview of energy cost reduction methods, emphasizing a team approach, system engin eering techniques and low capital cost projects. There is considerable room for improvement: the Forest Sector Table [12] has estimated that improved thermal integration would save the industry $596 million, leading to reduct ions in greenhouse gas emissions of 18.7 Mt of CO2 over the economic lifeti me of the equipment.