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Fueling the energy transition with waste heat

Some are trying to solve the energy supply – others are squandering it. Even though there are millions to be gained in capturing residual heat, it is a relatively untapped resource according to Adven experts. A conclusion that is supported by the Swedish Energy Agency's calculations. There are exceptions, one…

Nobian Delfzijl reduces CO2 emissions by 25,000 tons

With the construction of a new energy-efficient electric evaporation plant for caustic soda production in Delfzijl, Nobian can reduce CO₂ emissions up to 25,000 tons per year. Energy partner Adven is starting the construction of an energy-efficient evaporation plant at Nobian in the Dutch city of Delfzijl. This reduces 25,000…

Collaboration for industrial symbiosis in Avesta, Sweden – Part 1

The essence of the decades-long partnership between Adven and Outokumpu lies in harnessing waste heat from Outokumpu's steel production. Together, the companies have established an energy system that benefits all stakeholders, ensuring no byproducts go to waste. This scenario creates a win-win-win situation for businesses, residents, and the environment. "Utilizing…

30% of Eastman’s energy needs covered by own residues

Eastman’s factory in Kohtla-Järve, Estonia, produces chemicals essential for everyday life. Adven has built a unique energy center for the factory, which helps to simultaneously address the challenges of handling production residues, environmental protection, and efficient energy use. This partnership has enabled the direct utilization of residues in the factory's…

Long-term partnership with Nynas saves 2 million tons of CO2

Adven and Nynas refinery in Nynäshamn, Sweden, have been partners for two decades now. A partnership that saves millions – both in money and carbon dioxide. The so-called porcelain wedding is not celebrated with grandeur, but with annual climate improvements. "Every time we renegotiate the energy agreement, we consider whether…

40-year partnership boosted with a new sustainable investment

The over 40-year partnership with the steel company Ovako has not only led to energy savings and developed industrial processes. It has also led to prominent technical solutions at several industrial sites. At Ovako in Hofors, Sweden, where Adven has been recovering waste heat for a long time, a new…

Nouryon Kvarntorp reduces CO2 by 90%

International chemical company Nouryon is replacing LPG with biofuel and reducing its carbon footprint in Kvarntorp, Sweden, by at least 90 percent. Through a cooperation with energy company Adven, Nouryon is saving energy and simultaneously increasing capacity. Adven's energy solutions are reducing CO2 emissions by nearly 130,000 tons annually among…

Robust energy boosts the growing battery industry in Europe

A robust energy solution will heat the concentrator plant of Sibanye-Stillwater's Keliber lithium project in Kaustinen, Central Ostrobothnia, Finland. Here, the Keliber lithium project aims to produce spodumene concentrate from own mined ore and refine it into lithium hydroxide in the lithium refinery that is currently being built in Kokkola…