LOW-CARBON INITIATIVES IN THE PULP AND PAPER INDUSTRY AND THE CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CARBON MARKET IN BRAZIL: AN ANALYSIS OF SUSTAINABILITY REPORTS

Nayra Vasiulis Ferreira Rodrigues; Marina Badiale Silveira; Daiane Freitas Camargo Vaz; Paula de Camargo Fiorini

doi:10.15675/gepros.2998

Autores

Nayra Vasiulis Ferreira Rodrigues Unesp - Universidade Estadual Paulista https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4746-1878
Marina Badiale Silveira Universidade Estadual Paulista https://orcid.org/0009-0001-9409-1016
Daiane Freitas Camargo Vaz Universidade Federal de São Carlos https://orcid.org/0009-0001-4311-7562
Paula de Camargo Fiorini Universidade Estadual Paulista https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9192-9904

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15675/gepros.2998

Palavras-chave:

low-carbon economies, carbon-neutral companies, carbon market, net-zero emissions practices

Resumo

Purpose: This paper analyzes the low-carbon initiatives of Brazilian pulp and paper companies, highlighting their relevance to the national carbon market.
Methodology/Approach: The adopted method consists of documentary research, using secondary data from sustainability reports and institutional websites of the pulp and paper companies studied. The study analyzed the five largest companies in the sector in Brazil.
Findings: The pulp and paper companies analyzed adopt low-carbon practices, such as emission inventory, eco-efficient operations, replacement of fossil fuel-based products, sustainable products, and biomass utilization. In the carbon market, they operate through certifications, carbon sequestration projects, and credit sales.
Research, practical & social implications: The study provides a detailed analysis of the decarbonization strategies adopted by companies in the pulp and paper sector, establishing a robust theoretical basis for understanding low-carbon economy practices.
Originality/ Value: By demonstrating paths to sustainability, this work offers guidelines for companies within and outside the pulp and paper sector, driving the adoption of more environmentally friendly practices.
Keywords: low-carbon economies; carbon-neutral companies; carbon market; net-zero emissions practices.

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