REUSO DE ÁGUA EM INDÚSTRIA DE PAPELÃO ONDULADO

Abstract

The study addresses water reuse in corrugated cardboard industries, emphasizing sustainability in line with efficient water use. It further explores the process within the industry and how much wastewater is generated, focusing on the need for efficient treatment to make the water safe for reuse. The literature was systematically reviewed by reviewing related documents to identify the practices and technologies that are applicable to the industry in terms of industrial wastewater treatment, reuse in their production processes, as well as the standards required for safe reuse. Having conducted such activities, it came as a revelation that indeed, recycled wastewater can cause a significant drop in the intake of potable water within the corrugated cardboard industry, thus being an environmental and economic benefit. Furthermore, basic treatment parameters and techniques were prescribed so that the reclaimed water can be safely put to use in industrial processes. The industry is on its way to being sustainable through the implementation of water reuse practices, thus having a positive impact on water resource conservation.