Saving CO2 emissions and energy is among the most important fields of action of our
time. Recognizing this fact, Voith has developed a completely new, disruptive concept
that allows CO2-neutral paper production. The concept is also said to reduce fresh water
consumption by up to 95% and energy consumption by up to 40% throughout the entire
paper-making process.
The disruptive process no longer requires fossil fuels. Voith has now agreed on an
exclusive partnership with Essity, a global hygiene and healthcare company, to drive the
development of this new process. The development incorporates Essity’s extensive
expertise in the tissue industry and Voith’s knowledge as the leading technology supplier.
“As the full-line supplier to the paper industry, we have set ourselves the ambitious goal
of being able to realize CO2-neutral paper production by 2030,” says Andreas Endters,
president and CEO of Voith Paper. “The fact that we have developed this new process is
an important milestone in the industry and demonstrates our high level of innovation. We
are very pleased to have found a suitable partner in Essity, who shares our objective of
climate-neutral paper production.”
“Sustainability is integrated into Essity’s strategy for long-term profitable growth. We are
committed to reducing our environmental footprint and achieving net zero emissions by
2050. This partnership with Voith is yet another concrete example of this,” says Magnus
Groth, president & CEO of Essity.
Following successful trials on a laboratory scale, the research results obtained will now
be transferred to a pilot line at the Voith Heidenheim site in Germany. This new setup will
enable testing under conditions close to production.
Papermaking for life sustainability program
As part of the innovation and development initiative ‘Papermaking for Life,’ Voith Paper
presents versatile technologies and solutions that lead to more efficient and sustainable
processes in papermaking. The emphasis is on water, energy, and fiber savings as well
as digitization, innovations, and partnerships as levers for more sustainable production.
Another focus is on Voith’s own activities at its locations worldwide. Learn more about
Voith Paper’s innovations in the area of sustainability: voith.com/Papermaking-for-Life.
The Voith Group is a global technology company with a broad portfolio of systems,
products, services, and digital applications. Voith Paper is part of the Voith Group, and a
full-line supplier to the paper industry.
