Irving Pulp & Paper is proposing the construction of a new recovery boiler using the latest technology to replace the old 1970s-era boiler at the Saint John westside mill. This larger recovery boiler will increase production by approximately 66 per cent.
This $1.1-billion project is the largest investment in the Canadian forest products industry since 1993. It will increase the mill’s green energy capacity and help make it one of the top producing kraft pulp mills in the world.
A Greener Tomorrow starts with the work we do today
A new turbine and green energy generator which will help decarbonize New Brunswick’s electrical grid.
Decommissioning an oil-fired boiler which will reduce the CO2 emitted from the mill.
Technological improvements to reuse water and reduce the mill’s water consumption.
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Project Details
Construction
Project construction activities are expected to begin following the granting of a successful EIA determination, conditional on approval and issuance of all applicable construction permits.
Noise/Odor
Once construction is complete, this facility is expected to reduce noise and odor and will continue to meet and exceed all regulatory requirements.
Traffic
The traffic generated by the facility, when completed and in operation, will not be a significant increase over current levels.
SAINT JOHN'S MILL FOR OVER 100 YEARS
HISTORY OF SAINT JOHN'S WESTSIDE MILL
CANADA'S LONGEST CONTINUOUSLY RUNNING PULP MILL
Project NextGen Parking
Irving Pulp & Paper is proposing to build additional parking infrastructure to support current operations and the recently announced Project NextGen upgrade to Saint John’s Westside pulp mill. The proposed solution involves the development of additional parking adjacent to the mill to accommodate more workers.