The Land and Environmental Court in Umeå has given its green light for the development of the e-methanol production facility that will be connected to the Dåvaverket cogeneration plant of Umeå Energi.

The site, expected to be up & running in 2027, will be able to capture 230 thousand tonnes of carbon dioxide per year, using it to produce up to 130 thousand tonnes of e-fuel.

"The received permit marks a significant milestone in our journey and ambition to reduce dependency on fossil fuels in the hard-to-abate sectors such as shipping and aviation. This project exemplifies our dedication to pioneering innovative technologies for eFuel production, which are crucial in shaping a greener future," Claes Fredriksson, CEO and Founder of Liquid Wind, commented.

Umeå Energi's CEO, Jan Ridfeldt, added "It is gratifying that the eFuel facility project has passed this milestone. We now look forward to the next steps in developing a cutting-edge facility that contributes to converting carbon dioxide into eMethanol. This is completely in line with our and our owners', the Municipality of Umeå, climate goals and with the ambitions for the location."

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