Wepa Commissions Energy Storage System at Tissue Paper Mill in Troyes

The system, developed by Epyr, generates heat using electricity, stores it in thermal storage units, and releases it as steam when needed. It thus replaces a portion of the natural gas previously required at the site. According to the companies, after three months of commercial operation, the system covers approximately 25% of the plant’s steam requirements, thereby contributing to a reduction in CO2 emissions. The project is funded as part of the French investment program “France 2030.” The two companies did not disclose the exact investment amount.

Wepa describes the project as a key component of its decarbonization strategy. According to the company, the plant was planned, constructed, and commissioned in less than six months without disrupting ongoing production. By enabling the delayed release of heat, the plant can reportedly be operated particularly during periods of high availability of wind and solar power. At the same time, it is intended to provide additional flexibility for the power grid. Wepa aims to strengthen its presence in the French market. Earlier this year, the company acquired the French tissue paper manufacturer MPH1865.

The tissue paper factory in Troyes is part of Wepa’s Consumer division. Here, the company produces tissue paper products for the French consumer market. Across Europe, Wepa operates 15 production sites with approximately 4,500 employees and an annual tissue paper production of about 910,000 tons.