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Electric boiler project progressing on schedule at Suominen’s Nakkila plant

Adven is investing in a 12-megawatt electric boiler at Suominen's nonwovens plant in Nakkila, Finland. The new electric boiler will enable more cost-efficient energy production by leveraging low hourly prices on the electricity market. Installation of the main equipment began in early May, marking the most intensive phase of the…

Adven transitions away from fossil oil in Avesta, Sweden

After three years of transition, the last drop of fossil oil has now been burned at Adven’s backup district heating plant Lastaren in Avesta, Sweden. With bio-oil and wood pellets in the tanks, the plant is now carbon neutral and completely free from fossil oil. “Today, we are celebrating progress…

Solar power plant completes the transition to carbon-neutral energy at Mirka’s Oravainen factory

Mirka, the world’s leading manufacturers of abrasive products, is carrying out a major energy transition at its Oravainen factory in Finland, in collaboration with Adven. The project will make the site’s heating and cooling system fully carbon neutral. The energy solution combines geoenergy, solar power, an electric boiler and a…

The capacity of electricity connection plays a crucial role in the electrification of industry in Finland

The energy system is undergoing a historic transformation as energy produced with fossil fuels is being replaced with lower-carbon alternatives, such as emission-free electricity. There are many opportunities for direct electrification in industry, but the electrification of industrial companies in Finland often depends on the capacity of the electricity connection.…

Secure operations, cut costs and drive sustainability with Adven’s water treatment solutions

Water management is becoming an increasingly critical issue in today’s rapidly changing world. As water availability is no longer guaranteed and industries face growing demands for sustainable practices, we at Adven are at the forefront of providing innovative water solutions across various sectors. In this article, we share insights from…

Industrial partnership with Nordic Paper improves energy efficiency in Säffle

Energy company Adven and the paper mill Nordic Paper in Säffle, Sweden, have signed a long-term agreement tailored to Nordic Paper’s operational needs. By leveraging the capacity of Adven’s modern district heating plant, Nordic Paper secures a stable and efficient heat supply for its production while contributing to a more…

Adven’s new bio boiler house started operations in Vändra, Estonia

A new renewable-fuel-based boiler house has started operating on Turu Street in Vändra, Estonia. The new facility improves security of supply, reduces environmental impact, and ensures more stable heating prices. For a long time, a solution was sought to modernize the previous, larger boiler plant on Jannseni Street. “The old…

Adven acquired energy company Kaskisten Energia in Finland

Adven Oy has acquired the entire share capital of Kaskisten Energia Oy from the City of Kaskinen and will continue the production and development of district heating in Kaskinen, Finland. The transaction was completed on Wednesday 26 February 2025. Adven's goal is to develop Kaskinen’s district heating towards more sustainable…