Metsä Group plans commercial plant for wood-based carbon capture in Rauma

Metsä Group is planning the construction of a commercial plant for wood-based carbon capture in Rauma, Finland. This new initiative aims to capture carbon dioxide emanating from side streams within its manufacturing processes, providing a novel approach to industrial emissions management.

The proposed facility would be situated within Metsä Group's existing industrial area in Rauma. While detailed process and technology implementation plans are still under development, the core concept involves utilizing wood-based materials and by-products for the carbon capture process. Such a plant, if realized, could align with the company's broader sustainability objectives.

This development is part of Metsä Group's ongoing commitment to sustainability across its various business segments. The company has also announced significant investments in other areas, including plans for a commercial pulp mill in Kemi and enhancements to paper mill production capacity and energy efficiency.

Furthermore, Metsä Group continues to invest in the development and utilization of bioenergy and other industrial by-products. Previously, the company has highlighted its work on developing wood-based textile fibres in collaboration with Kemira, reflecting a broader strategy of resource efficiency and circular economy principles.