Sappi Fine Paper uses AVEVA PI System to reduce environmental impacts and operational costs. AVEVA PI System aids in renewable energy consumption by helping operational staff determine whether to buy more energy from the grid or to ramp up steam production in its own boiler. Using data from AVEVA PI System, Sappi continuously balances the power it generates with the power it purchases, keeping both costs and emissions low to meet renewable energy goals. Over 80 percent of Sappi’s total use comes from renewable sources, and their greenhouse gas emissions are the lowest among their competitors.
“I use the PI System every day to make sure that the demands of the mill are met – whether it be electricity, steam, air, or water.”
Todd Anderson, Utilities Operations Manager, Sappi Fine Paper, Somerset Mill
Goals
- Improved environmental reporting to meet regulatory requirements
- Make operations data visible in order to make real-time energy consumption decisions
Challenge
- No visibility into operations data
- Pressure from regulatory agencies and profit demands from shareholders required a better understanding of energy use
Solution
Results
- Sappi’s Somerset mill optimizes power that it buys from the grid, which reduced costs and emissions
- Recognition as a sustainability leader helped Sappi win new business
