When manufacturing paper, a large amount of
steam is used to remove the moisture on the paper.
The steam needed for this process is produced using heavy oil that is fossil fuel and when the fossil fuel is burned, it generates greenhouse gases such as CO₂ (Carbon Dioxide). With continuous researches and efforts reduce the Greenhouse Gas emissions, Hankuk Paper was able to recycle the excess steam (Waste Steam) from other nearby companies in Onsan Factory and avoid using Boilers. We have fulfilled our dream of being the first ‘Chimneyless paper factory’ in Korea.
Additionally, we produce the paper raw material filler(CaCO3) using CO₂ (Carbon Dioxide) generated by other companies. The Technology to utilize CO₂ (Carbon Dioxide) as a raw material is an advanced case not seen anywhere around the world, not only we have made a breakthrough to reduce the Greenhouse Gas emission by reducing the fossil fuels, but we have also reduced the Greenhouse Gas emission produced by other factories
Hankuk Paper is actively participating in the Greenhouse Gas Target management system and Tradable Permit system accordance with the Low Carbon Green Growth Act and taking the lead in protecting the environment through recycling of Waste Steam and reduce the use of Energy.