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Why energy efficiency is the ‘first fuel’ to power manufacturing’s future

The International Energy Agency (IEA) highlights energy efficiency as the "first fuel" in the transition to clean energy, offering one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to lower carbon emissions. However, as global energy costs continue to rise and sustainability pressures intensify, the manufacturing sector faces a critical challenge: how to remain competitive while reducing its environmental impact.

05/11/2024 10:59:28

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Here, Pontus Westlin, Product Manager at Sandvik Coromant, outlines how machine shops can embrace lean manufacturing, automation, and advanced digital technologies not only to reduce costs, but also to future-proof their operations in an increasingly demanding market.

The IEA highlights energy efficiency as essential for cutting emissions, reducing energy bills and strengthening energy security. For machine shops, improving energy efficiency is both a financial necessity and vital for building a sustainable future.

With economic uncertainty, labour shortages and rising material costs, the manufacturing sector must move beyond traditional methods. Let’s look at five different ways in which adopting a holistic approach, optimising processes, and integrating digital tools enable manufacturers to reduce energy consumption – while maintaining productivity and high-quality output.

Read the full article in DPA's November 2024 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.