- The EIA program for the Kotka e-methane project is open for public review from September 4 to October 3, 2023.
- The project involves capturing CO2 from Kotka Energy's plant and producing e-methane with green hydrogen.
- The Kotka facility will have a 60 MW capacity, contributing to Ren-Gas's 300 MW methane production portfolio.
- The project aims to reduce over one million tons of CO2 emissions annually in transportation and energy sectors.
Project Overview
Nordic Ren-Gas Ltd is developing an e-methane production facility in Kotka, aiming to produce renewable synthetic methane, hydrogen, and process heat for Kotka Energy’s district heating network. The project is progressing as planned, with the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process underway.
Production Process
The project involves two main components: a carbon dioxide capture facility near Kotka Energy Ltd’s cogeneration plant in Korkeakoski, and an e-methane production facility in Mussalo. Carbon dioxide is captured from the cogeneration plant’s flue gas, liquefied, and transported to Mussalo, where it is combined with green hydrogen to produce renewable e-methane. The waste heat generated is used for district heating in Kotka.
Environmental Impact Assessment
The EIA program was released on September 4, 2023, and is open for public review until October 3, 2023. A public information session will be held in Kotka on September 13, 2023, with the Regional State Administrative Agency for Southeastern Finland overseeing the EIA.
Project Significance
The Kotka project, with a 60 MW capacity, is part of Ren-Gas's 300 MW methane production portfolio. It aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels in transportation, potentially saving up to 250 million liters annually and cutting over one million tons of CO2 emissions each year. The project will utilize Finnish wind power and contribute to expanding wind energy through long-term power purchase agreements.
