Environmental impact analysis of pulp and paper production

Term Paper , 2012 , 54 Pages , Grade: A

Environmental Sciences

The complexity of the paper issue means that firm conclusions are hard to draw. All paper manufactures causes harm to the environment and more often than not the determining factors in a paper mills. Environmental performance is not the process, paper type or fiber source but the location, mill practice and mill operator. Hence to try to grade paper products or production techniques into some kind of hierarchy of environmental performance, based solely on the manufacture process, is extremely difficult. Yet, globally however, the environmental impact of paper is significant, which has led to changes in industry and behavior at both business and personal levels. With the use of modern technology such as the printing press and the highly mechanized harvesting of wood, paper has become a cheap commodity everywhere. This has led to a high level of consumption and waste. With the rise in environmental awareness on the pollution of the Eco- system by the effluent of pulp and paper it became imperative to run a clearer analysis of its environmental impact.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• 1.1 INTRODUCTION
• 1.2 Statement of the Problem
• 1.3 Aim
• 1.4 Objectives
• 2.1 LITERATUR/ READING
• 3.1 PULP AND PAPER MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
• 3.2 Pulp
• 3.2.1 Chemical pulping
• 3.2.2 Mechanical pulping
• 3.3 Bleaching
• 3.4 Paper Production
• 4.1 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS
• 4.2 General Organic Pollution and Suspended Solids
• 4.3 Acidic Compounds
• 4.4 Environmental Impact of Chlorine Compounds
• 4.5 General Organochlorine Products
• 3.5.1 Chlorophenolics
• 4.5.2 Dioxins (PCDD) and Furans (P CDF)
• 4.5.3 Chloroform and Other Neutral Chlorinated Compounds
• 4.6 Other Environmental Issues Relating to Effluent Discharge
• 4.7 Impact on Forest
• 4.8 Impact on Biodiversity
• 4.9 Impact on the Atmosphere
• 4.10 Impact on Poly Culture
• 4.11 Impact on water
• 5.1 ALTERNATIVE PROCESSES OF PULP AND PAPER PRODUCTION
• 5.2 Recycled Fiber
• 5.3 Production
• 5.3.1 Mechanical pulping
• 5.4 Environmental impacts of the recycling process
• 5.4.1 Wastewater Emissions
• 5.4.2 Air Emissions
• 5.4.3 Solid Waste
• 5.4.4 Energy use
• 5.4.5 Water Use
• 5.4.6 Life Cycle Analyses
• 5.5 Non-Wood Fiber Sources
• 5.6 Non-Wood Fiber Types
• 5.7 Environmental Impacts of Non-Wood Fiber Pulp and Paper
• 5.7.1 Crop Production
• 5.8 The Manufacture Process
• 6.1 SUMMERY
• 6.2 Recommendation
• 6.3 Conclusion

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This research aims to analyze the environmental impact of pulp and paper production, examining the various stages of the process and their associated environmental consequences. The study explores the impact of pulp and paper production on various environmental components, including forests, biodiversity, water resources, and the atmosphere. It also investigates alternative processes, such as recycling and the use of non-wood fiber sources, to mitigate the environmental impact of paper production.

• Environmental impact of pulp and paper production
• Impact on forests, biodiversity, water resources, and the atmosphere
• Alternative processes for paper production, including recycling and non-wood fiber sources
• Environmental consequences of different pulping and bleaching methods
• Life cycle analysis of paper production and its environmental implications

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The introduction provides a background on the environmental impact of paper production, highlighting the complexity of the issue and the need for a comprehensive analysis. It also outlines the research objectives and the scope of the study.

Chapter 3 delves into the details of pulp and paper manufacturing processes, covering both chemical and mechanical pulping methods, bleaching techniques, and paper production. It provides a detailed explanation of the various stages involved in the production of paper, laying the foundation for understanding the environmental impacts discussed in subsequent chapters.

Chapter 4 focuses on the environmental impact analysis of pulp and paper production, examining the various pollutants released during the process. It discusses the impact of organic pollution, acidic compounds, chlorine compounds, and other environmental issues related to effluent discharge. The chapter also explores the impact of paper production on forests, biodiversity, the atmosphere, and water resources.

Chapter 5 explores alternative processes for pulp and paper production, including recycled fiber, non-wood fiber sources, and the environmental impacts associated with these alternatives. It examines the advantages and disadvantages of recycling and the use of non-wood fibers, providing insights into sustainable practices in the paper industry.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The keywords and focus themes of the text include pulp and paper production, environmental impact, forest resources, biodiversity, water pollution, air pollution, recycling, non-wood fibers, sustainable practices, and life cycle analysis. The text examines the environmental consequences of different paper production methods and explores alternative approaches to mitigate the impact of the industry on the environment.

• College: University of Nigeria (CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL)
• Course: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL
• Grade: A
• Author: Matthias Okoro (Author)
• Publication Year: 2012
• Pages: 54
• Catalog Number: V281546
• ISBN (eBook): 9783656758464
• ISBN (Book): 9783656758471
• Language: English
• Tags: environmental