2023 PEERS/IBBC Programs Offer Mills Insight on Improving Bottom-Line Performance

TAPPI’s Pulping, Engineering, Environmental, Recycling and Sustainability (PEERS) Conference has long been known as the premier event for pulp and paper professionals, drawing top leaders from all over the United States, as well as around the world. This year, PEERS will be held November 5-8, 2023 in Atlanta, GA, and is co-located with TAPPI’s International Bioenergy and Bioproducts Conference (IBBC). Mill executives and employees, as well as other industry professionals, have the unique opportunity to attend both technical programs in one location for only one registration fee.

PEERS 2023
PEERS offers attendees a comprehensive, peer-reviewed technical program that addresses some of the key operational issues affecting the pulp and paper industry today. Program tracks include: Environmental; Sustainability; Pulping and Bleaching; Energy, Recovery, Lime Kiln and Recaust; Engineering, Reliability, Corrosion and Materials; Recycling; and Nonwood.

Conference highlights include:

• Keynote Presentation – Jamie Tiralla, Director, Strategic Communications at the American Forest & Paper Association, will share insight on advancing the industry’s sustainability achievements.
• Three Hands-On Workshops - On‐line Digital Twin Technology for Your Mill - Have Your DCS Communicate With a Live Simulation Model, Brownstock Washing, and Bleach Plant Operations
• Hot Topics Breakfasts - stimulating discussions offered in a roundtable format on current operating issues
• State of the Industry Panel – session highlighting industry trends and what to expect in the future
• Four Track Panel Discussions –Extreme Weather and Supply Chain Challenges – What Impacts Mill Operations, Mud Filters for Lime Kiln Operations, Alternative Fuel Pathways for Kraft Pulp Mills to Reduce CO2 Emissions for Lime Kilns, and Pine Chemicals Recovery.
• New Technology Showcase – curated event highlighting cutting-edge technologies, products and services
• Exhibit Floor - leading suppliers offer solutions to mill problems
• Networking Opportunities - multiple events including a Lunch & Learn and New Member/First Time Attendee Mixer to help you build your business contacts
• Student Poster Competition (PEERS and IBBC) – students and industry professionals share their latest research
• 40th Annual PaperChase Fun Run/Walk – a popular event that helps students achieve a career in the pulp and paper industry

View the 2023 PEERS Technical Program

IBBC 2023
The IBBC technical program focuses on critical issues associated with biomass. Developed by industry professionals, the peer-reviewed sessions are expert-led and include high-level discussions on industry trends, new technologies and advancements. The technical program includes the following sessions:

• Advances in Biofuels and Bioproducts Research
• Biomass Processing and Pretreatment
• Biomass Preprocessing and Conversion
• Sustainable Bio-Economy-Waste Processing
• Big Data Analysis and Reliability

IBBC also features a keynote presentation by Mark DeAndrea, CEO of Centrisys Renewables. His presentation, titled “Pulp Mill or Biorefinery? Critical Path to Replace Fossil Fuels,” focuses on how the assets of the pulp and paper industry can break down and convert biomass into valuable renewable biobased products. Learn more.

View the 2023 IBBC Technical Program

Register today! Mills receive special discount pricing.

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