We are excited to announce that SteamDry is actively participating in the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) 2025, Europe’s premier event dedicated to renewables and energy efficiency, taking place from 10 to 12 June 2025 in Brussels and online.
SteamDry at the MiniStor Final Conference – 9 June
SteamDry will commence its EUSEW 2025 engagement by contributing to the MiniStor Final Conference on 9 June, an official Energy Day event under the EUSEW umbrella. This conference will focus on advancing decarbonisation strategies, particularly in the residential sector. Our representative, Joanne Siccama from Wageningen University & Research, presented SteamDry’s innovative approach to reducing energy consumption and COâ‚‚ emissions in the paper and board manufacturing industry.
Watch the SteamDry presentation from around minute 3:27:00:
The MiniStor Final Conference will focus discussions on thermal energy storage technologies, with insights from experts like Carlos Ochoa (IERC), Driss Stitou (CNRS), and Georgios Martinopoulos (CERTH/CPERI). SteamDry’s participation will highlight the project’s potential to achieve up to 60% energy savings in thermal drying and 40% energy savings across production lines, contributing significantly to the EU’s decarbonisation goals.
Join Us at the EUSEW Energy Fair – 11–12 June
Following the conference, SteamDry will be showcased at the EUSEW Energy Fair on 11 and 12 June, located at Stand C-5 in the Charlemagne building. This exhibition is part of a collaborative effort featuring several EU-funded projects, including Confess, MiniStor, Maxima, ECOLOOP, EBENTO, ECLIPSE, and R2D2 .
Visitors to our stand can:
Explore how SteamDry is transforming the paper industry through breakthrough advancements in energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. Learn how our technology contributes to achieving major energy and COâ‚‚ reduction targets.
This premier international conference brings together researchers, professionals, and industry leaders to explore the latest developments in drying and dewatering technologies. It’s a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research, share knowledge, and help shape the future of the field.
What to Expect at Eurodrying 2025
Keynote talks from leading academic and industry experts.
Oral, pitch, and poster presentations on the latest research and innovations.
Interactive sessions that encourage discussion and collaboration.
Technical excursions to state-of-the-art facilities in Wageningen and across the Netherlands.
Featured Keynote Speakers
This year’s extended lineup includes thought leaders from across Europe, covering a range of topics critical to the future of drying:
Dr. Jewe Schröder (Danone): Bridging fundamental spray drying research with industrial application.
1. Driving Sustainability and Feasibility for Drying Technologies in the Paper, Wood, and Food Industries through Life Cycle Assessment and Techno-Economic Analysis
This study evaluates the environmental and economic performance of drying technologies across the paper, wood, and food sectors, which together account for a significant share of industrial energy use. Using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Techno-Economic Analysis (TEA), the research identifies sustainable alternatives, highlighting superheated steam drying as a promising cross-sector solution with high energy savings potential. The study provides a much-needed quantitative framework for comparing drying methods and supporting strategic industrial decision-making in line with EU sustainability goals.
2. Enhancing Energy Efficiency of Paper Production by Superheated Steam Drying
This contribution focuses on optimizing the energy efficiency of paper drying by replacing traditional hot air drying with superheated steam and integrating heat recovery concepts. Using process simulations in IPSEpro, the team evaluates multiple configurations, identifying energy-saving potentials of up to 70% compared to conventional systems. The findings underline the crucial impact of steam pressure and temperature on efficiency and provide guidance for developing practical, cost-effective retrofits for the paper industry.
3. A Data-Driven Model as a Simulation Platform for Reinforcement-Based Dryness Control of a Pilot Paper-Making Machine Using Active Learning
This presentation introduces a data-driven control system for drying processes in paper production, based on reinforcement learning and activelearning strategies. The project involves building a simulation platform using real-world data from VTT’s pilot plant, modeling both impingement and through-air drying. By leveraging machine learning techniques such as Lasso regression and Gaussian process modeling, the team aims to develop a smart control system that can dynamically optimize drying conditions to balance product quality, energy efficiency, and production rates—paving the way for fully electrified, CO₂-neutral drying operations.
These contributions reflect SteamDry’s mission to support the transition toward more sustainable, efficient, and digitally controlled drying technologies for European industry. We look forward to sharing insights and engaging in meaningful discussion at Eurodrying 2025.
