The paper industry is energy intensive. However, the carbon intensity is mitigated by the extensive use of bio-energy in the sector.
We focus our efforts on reducing specific types of energy usage and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by investing in more energy-efficient systems such as Combined Heat & Power (CHP) plants, alternative energy options such as biomass, and by driving production efficiencies.
A total of 80% of all fuels used to generate electricity and steam are produced through a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system, which is the most efficient way of transforming fuel like biomass, natural gas or coal into electricity and/or heat.
The biomass we use as fuels, are typically residues from forest management operations, waste from sawmills and/or other residues from wood handling activities.
Carbon management

We aim to increase our usage of biomass - a fossil fuel alternative - and have an on-going commitment to invest in the reduction of our CO₂emissions.
Explore more on our carbon managementCase study
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Sustainability and profitability go hand in hand in Colombia
Tuesday, June 24, 2014The environmental programme of Smurfit Kappa in Colombia shows that implementing the good practice policy concerning the use of water, gas, and electricity, has significantly decreased the consumption of these resources. (more)