Tampereen Energia and Ren-Gas Partner on Carbon Utilization and Waste Heat
- The Tampere e-methane project received a EUR 46 million investment subsidy.
- Construction of the e-methane facility begins in 2025, with operations starting in 2027.
- The plant will produce 170 GWh of renewable methane and 180 GWh of carbon-free district heating annually.
- Carbon capture technology will help reduce emissions in district heating and transportation.
Project Overview
Tampereen Energia and Nordic Ren-Gas have signed an agreement to utilize carbon dioxide from the Tammervoima waste-to-energy plant for e-methane production in Tarastenjärvi. The project also involves transferring waste heat from e-methane production to Tampereen Energia’s district heating network.
Investment and Timeline
The Tampere e-methane project has secured a EUR 46 million investment subsidy from the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment. Construction of the production facility is scheduled to begin in 2025, with commercial operations expected to start in 2027.
Production and Environmental Impact
The e-methane plant aims to produce approximately 170 GWh of renewable methane and 180 GWh of carbon dioxide-free district heating annually. This initiative is expected to significantly reduce the use of fossil fuels and lower carbon dioxide emissions.
Technological Integration
Carbon capture technology plays a crucial role in the project, enabling further emission reductions in district heating and other sectors like transportation. The collaboration between Tampereen Energia and Ren-Gas highlights the benefits of sector integration in advancing the green transition.
Source: Ren-Gas