In Finland, Neste is supporting the advancement of catalysis research in Finland through new donations to three universities, reinforcing long-term academic expertise across complementary areas critical to future energy and materials innovation. The funding will support catalysis engineering at Åbo Akademi University, catalysis chemistry at the University of Eastern Finland, and catalysis modeling at the […]
In Finland, Fortum has succeeded in producing first hydrogen at Kalla Test Center in Loviisa, Finland, during the first phases of the commissioning of the electrolyzer equipment. The test center is expected to be fully operational during spring 2026. Fortum is committed to accelerating electrification across the Nordics, and the Kalla Test Center will contribute […]
In Finland, Outokumpu and Norsk e-Fuel have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together towards realizing a CO-to-SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) production plant to be located next to Outokumpu’s stainless steel mill in Koivuluoto, Tornio, Finland. Under the signed MoU, Norsk e-Fuel will start a feasibility study in 2026. If the study leads […]
In Finland, a new method to capture carbon dioxide from the air has been developed at the University of Helsinki’s chemistry department. The method is based on a compound of superbase and alcohol. Tests show that the compound appears promising: one gram of the compound can absorb 156 milligrams of carbon dioxide directly from untreated ambient […]
In Finland, Norsk e-Fuel AS has been awarded a positive funding decision under Business Finland’s Tax Credit for large clean transition investments scheme for its Finnish subsidiary, Norsk e-Fuel Rauma Oy. The decision grants the project up to EUR 150 million in tax credit support once the facility enters operation. The Tax Credit Scheme by […]
In Finland, sustainable acoustics products firm Aisti has received a €20 million (US$23.4 million) loan from the European Investment Bank to scale production of biobased panels in Finland. Made out of wood fiber, Aisti’s acoustic tiles are a sustainable alternative to traditional ceiling panels, which contain mineral fibers and release potentially harmful particles into indoor […]
In Finland, UPM has achieved an important milestone in the startup of production of commercial, wood-based chemicals in its Leuna biorefinery in Germany. The refinery, which is the largest industrial-scale investment in biochemicals in Europe, has started the production and commercialization of industrial sugars. After successfully starting up the hydrothermal breakdown of wood on industrial […]
In Finland, ATOBA Energy and Flying Forest announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) for a long-term SAF offtake agreement. This strategic partnership will support Flying Forest’s groundbreaking project in Finland while advancing ATOBA’s mission to bridge the gap between SAF producers and airlines. Flying Forest’s innovative project, located in Iisalmi, Finland, will […]
In Finland, UPM has introduced the world’s first biobased, near-infrared detectable, carbon-negative black pigment. Dubbed UPM Circular Renewable Black, the pigment will enable premium packaging solutions that “combine design excellence with full recyclability and a strong sustainability performance.” For years, black packaging has been associated with recycling challenges as the conventionally used pigments are made […]
In Finland, NG Nordic and SWIX have joined forces to develop high-performance winter sports equipment using the world’s first plastic made from CO₂ captured from waste incineration. The development collaboration will start by transforming captured carbon dioxide emissions into ski wax boxes. The partnership brings together NG Nordic’s pioneering Carbon2x technology, which converts captured CO₂ into sustainable raw materials, and SWIX’s innovation leadership in […]
