Liquid Wind Secures Environmental Approval for Second eFuel Plant

The environmental permit for FlagshipTWO, Sweden's second major production site for green electrofuel (eMethanol), has been granted for its proposed operations in Sundsvall, Sweden. Liquid Wind is behind the development of this facility, which stands as one of the most substantial industrial ventures in Sundsvall to date. It is anticipated to commence production in 2027.

The Land and Environmental Court in Östersund has approved an environmental permit for FlagshipTWO, Liquid Wind's second eFuel initiative, focused on producing eMethanol. Situated at Sundsvall Energi's Korstaverket, the facility has been authorized to manufacture up to 130,000 tons of eMethanol per year, utilizing its pioneering Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU) technology. Liquid Wind envisions FlagshipTWO as a key contributor to the advancement of CCU industrialization, both domestically in Sweden and on the global stage.

Claes Fredriksson, CEO and founder of Liquid Wind, remarks, "This marks another significant milestone in Liquid Wind's quest to diminish reliance on fossil fuels in challenging sectors like long-distance shipping. We are delighted by this affirmation, as it paves the way for FlagshipTWO to emerge as Europe’s premier eFuels production hub, bolstering the transition towards sustainability."

Anders Jonsson, CEO of Sundsvall Energi, further states, "We extend our congratulations to Liquid Wind on obtaining the environmental permit, and we remain committed to exploring the potential of positioning Sundsvall as a focal point for future fuel production."

The upcoming FlagshipTWO project and Liquid Wind's planned pipeline of 10 more facilities by 2027 are poised to play pivotal roles in decarbonizing the maritime industry. Moreover, they will play a crucial part in ensuring Swedish production meets the rising global demand for sustainable fuels.

Liquid Wind stands as a prominent developer of e-fuel production facilities, driven by a vision to diminish global reliance on fossil fuels. With a firm foothold in the Nordics, Liquid Wind boasts a robust pipeline of facility projects under development, aiming to achieve Final Investment Decision (FID) for over 10 projects by 2027. Based in Gothenburg, Sweden, and operational across Denmark, Finland, and the UK, Liquid Wind maintains a workforce of approximately 60 employees. Supported by a formidable consortium of investors, including Alfa Laval, Carbon Clean, Elyse Energy, HyCap, Siemens Energy, Topsoe, and Uniper, Liquid Wind is well-positioned to advance its mission towards sustainable energy solutions.

At Sundsvall Energi, company primary objective is to maximize benefits for both society and the environment while actively fostering the development of the region. Company's products are designed to offer customers both significant environmental benefits and a minimal carbon footprint. Korstaverket serves as the primary production facility for district heating and electricity.