7 Detours to Avoid in Decarbonizing the Paper Industry
The pulp and paper industry produces nearly 2% of global industrial CO₂ emissions, making decarbonisation essential. Energy efficiency is vital, as drying accounts for 70% of mill energy, but it cannot achieve net zero alone. Risks include unsustainable biomass, ignoring Scope 3 emissions, and relying on a single technology. Analysts warn mills must cut CO₂ intensity by 5% annually before 2030. Balanced approaches combining efficiency, renewables, electrification and policy alignment are critical to achieving sustainability targets.
