Ahlstrom signs multiyear biomethane supply agreements in Italy
In Italy, Ahlstrom has signed multiyear biomethane supply agreements with two energy producers, reinforcing its commitment to decarbonizing industrial energy use. The agreements, representing one of the largest volume signed in Italy to date directly with producers, cover seven biomethane production plants and enable a partial substitution of fossil natural gas with renewable biomethane.
Italy is a key part of Ahlstrom’s global footprint, representing approximately 13% of the asset base and 9% of the total workforce. The agreements therefore represent an important step in Ahlstrom’s broader operational decarbonization efforts.
Under the agreements, the two energy producers will supply biomethane from renewable sources, certified with guarantees of renewable origin, in line with recognized certification schemes. The biomethane will be used as a drop-in fuel in Ahlstrom’s existing infrastructure, allowing immediate reductions in fossil gas consumption without the need for major asset modifications.
The agreements contribute directly to reducing Ahlstrom’s Scope 1 carbon emissions by replacing fossil natural gas used in combustion processes at its Italian sites. The multiyear contracts are expected to reduce carbon emissions by approximately 44% across Ahlstrom’s industrial operations in Italy. Based on the volume of natural gas replaced, the agreement is expected to reduce carbon emissions by approximately 65,000 tons of CO2e yearly.
Category: Fuels
