Hitachi Energy Invests in Renewable Fuel-Powered Plant to Cut Emissions

Hitachi Energy is advancing its Sustainability 2030 Strategy by investing in a renewable fuel-powered energy plant at its factory in Figeholm, Sweden. The project aims to achieve carbon dioxide neutrality in company operations by 2030, with the new facility set to begin operations in summer 2026.

The energy plant will utilize wood pellets, adhering to global standards for sustainable biofuels, replacing heavy oil to power process heating installations, including a steam boiler supplying energy to presses. This transition will significantly reduce the factory’s Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions and the carbon footprint of its cellulose-based insulation materials for power transformers.

The Figeholm factory, operational for nearly a century, produces high-purity insulation paper meeting stringent mechanical and dielectric standards essential for power transformers. Transformers play a critical role in power systems by efficiently managing voltage levels during power generation, transmission, and distribution.

Thomas Wennberg, head of transformer operations at Hitachi Energy Sweden, emphasized the company’s commitment to renewable energy investments and sustainability leadership. CEO Tobias Hanson reiterated the goal to accelerate the transition to renewable energy by reducing Hitachi Energy's own carbon footprint.

Currently, the Figeholm factory employs about 120 people, who will receive training on the new facility. Hitachi Energy employs 6,500 people across Sweden, with significant operations in Ludvika and Västerås.

Source: Hitachi Energy