Klabin has conducted a study that resulted in significant reduction on the amount of greenhouse gases (GHG) generated throughout the life cycle of its fluff pulp. According to the study, PineFluff® has a carbon footprint that is 62 percent lower, and PineFluff eXcel® has a footprint that is 64 percent lower, compared to fluff pulp produced in the Southeastern United States and Georgia.
Jan 9, 2024
Klabin has conducted a study that resulted in significant reduction on the amount of greenhouse gases (GHG) generated throughout the life cycle of its fluff pulp, compared to the same product manufactured in the United States.
According to the study result, PineFluff® has a carbon footprint that is 62 percent lower, and PineFluff eXcel® has a footprint that is 64 percent lower, compared to fluff pulp produced in the Southeastern United States and available at the Port of Savannah, Georgia.
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The initiative, aimed at assessing the product’s carbon footprint, was conducted by ACV Brasil, a consulting firm specializing in life cycle analysis, and validated by SGS Brasil, which specializes in testing, inspection and certification.
This study followed the GHG Protocol as well as the ISO 14040 and 14044 standards from 2009. The analysis considered Klabin’s softwood pulps (PineFluff® and PineCel®), produced from planted and certified pine forests, and PineFluff eXcel®, which originates from a mix of softwood pulp (pine) and hardwood pulp (eucalyptus).
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At Klabin, the quantification of GHG emissions considered the energy, materials and inputs used from forest cultivation and product manufacturing to transportation. The positive result is attributed to the responsible forest management practices implemented by the Company, the use of a renewable energy matrix, and production in a modern and efficient facility.
