The company has made an investment in Tampere to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency. A new three-megawatt electric boiler will be installed at the factory, which will be connected to the power plant's heat production. The total investment value is two million euros and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
“The investment supports our ambitious climate goals, according to which we will reduce greenhouse gas emissions from our own operations by another 60 percent by 2030. This investment is a significant step towards low carbon,” says Sami Remmi, President of Valmet's Fabrics business unit.
The electric boiler produces hot thermal oil, which is used both in production processes and in heating the property. The boiler is intended to act as a base load unit. The current gas and oil boilers are reserved for peak load situations. The solution always enables the most cost-effective and lowest-emission energy source to be selected: electricity, gas or light fuel oil.
“The electric boiler enables flexible and optimized energy production and helps to significantly reduce emissions. The investment is also important locally, as it is in line with the climate goals of the City of Tampere and promotes a cleaner environment in the surrounding area,” says Petri Naskali, process engineer responsible for the project at Valmet.
In addition to the electric boiler, the investment includes an extension of the electricity grid connection, modifications to the thermal oil pipeline and an update of the automation system. The electrical capacity will be increased from three and a half megawatts to seven megawatts to ensure the safe and efficient use of the new boiler and future production equipment investments.
Valmet's Yrittäjänkatu unit has been using fossil-free electricity since 2023. By replacing fossil fuels, this investment enables a further reduction in the mill's greenhouse gas emissions, estimated at 25–50 percent compared to current levels.
