In collaboration with Envinn, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Skånefrö and Hushållningssällskapet Sjuhärad, Meva Energy is part of a feasibility study focused on using biochar as a feed additive for cattle. This project aims to understand biochar’s unique properties to increase animal health and reduce methane emissions. With agriculture responsible for around 14% of Sweden’s greenhouse gas emissions and …
Weibulls integrates Meva Energys biochar into their soil products
Meva Energy announces a collaboration with Weibulls, a leading provider of soil and garden products, to supply biochar produced at Meva Energy’s biomass gasification plant in Kisa, Sweden, for incorporation into Weibull’s range of landscaping soil products. This integration aims to enhance soil health and promote improved plant growth. Meva Energy’s biochar is a valuable by-product of its biogas production …
Meva Energy to present how biomass gasification can decarbonize the ceramic and glass industry
In October, Meva Energy will present how biogas produced through its biomass gasification technology can help IKEA’s ceramic and glass suppliers to reduce their carbon emissions. As part of the world’s most energy-intensive sectors, ceramics and glass production contributes substantially to carbon emissions, particularly by using fossil gas-fired kilns. With growing global and European commitments to reducing greenhouse gases and …
Meva Energy signs Heads-of-Terms Agreement with Elcowire
Meva Energy has signed a Heads-of-Terms agreement with Elcowire AB, a leading European manufacturer of copper wire products. The agreement outlines the framework for the long-term supply of up to 9 MW of biogas to Elcowire’s Helsingborg facility, enabling Elcowire to become the world’s first copper wire producer to use fossil-free energy. By replacing fossil gas with Meva Energy’s renewable …
The future of biomass is not in the forests
In a world where climate neutrality and renewable energy sources are becoming increasingly critical, biomass stands as one of the key players in ensuring a green transition. With the European Union’s goal of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 and climate neutrality by 2050, Poland, approximately 80% of energy still comes from fossil fuels like coal, are faced with an essential …
Benoît Grobon: It is incredibly rewarding to see our investment making a real impact
Benoît Grobon, Managing Director on the investment team at Just Climate, recently visited Sweden to witness the world’s first plant to turn wood waste into ultra low-carbon renewable gas. This visit marks an important milestone in the partnership between Just Climate and Meva Energy, initiated by a €30 million investment made two years ago to accelerate industrial decarbonization. Two years …
Meva Energy’s biomass gasification technology verified for negative emissions
Meva Energy today announces the results of its first life cycle assessment (LCA)[1] conducted in collaboration with Chalmers University of Technology. The study reveals that the company’s biomass gasification plant in Kisa not only reduces emissions but has the potential to achieve negative emissions, as low as -6 g CO2-eq/kWh. The manufacturing industry today accounts for large emissions of greenhouse …
Meva Energy selected as finalist for E-prize 2024
Meva Energy has been selected as finalist for E-Prize 2024 – Sweden’s most prestigious award for climate innovation. E-Prize, organized by the energy giant E.ON, the magazine Aktuell Hållbarhet and Sweden’s largest business daily, Dagens Industri, is one of Sweden’s largest and most prestigious awards for companies operating in energy and climate change. Meva Energy are happy that our circular energy technology is recognized as …
Peter enhances potato growth with biochar from biomass gasification
At home on the west coast of Sweden, Sales Manager, Peter Kvist is utilizing biochar from our gasification plant in Kisa to to enhance the growth of potatoes in his own garden. Biochar is a valuable by-product from the biosyngas production in Kisa. Due to the high temperature and oxygen limited enviroment in the gasification process, the biochar gets a …
Meva Energy appoints Product Manager for Biochar and Carbon Removal
Meva Energy appoints Emma Arvidsson to the newly established role as Product Manager for Biochar and Carbon Removal. With a master’s degree in chemical engineering from Chalmers University of Technology coupled with a commitment to tackling sustainability challenges, Emma will be a valuable addition to the team. With a background as a chemical engineer with a master’s degree in sustainable …