PH SivuvirtaSalkku
The future of the Päijät-Häme region is strongly built on the bioeconomy and energy-efficient
solutions. Currently, the region’s bio-based flows are fragmented, and a single flow often does
not justify profitable investments. However, the situation is changing: new markets are opening
up for side streams such as nutrients and gases. If we want to remain at the forefront of this
development, action is needed now. The key to success lies in adopting a symbiosis approach
in which companies from different sectors and end users are located close together, combine
their resources, and thereby reduce logistics and processing costs. Focusing on a single side
stream is not enough for cost-effectiveness; both energy and other side streams must be
addressed comprehensively.
In this project, special attention is paid to the reuse of carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas
and to waste heat, as well as to the need for temporary storage due to the seasonal nature of
these production flows. This approach creates new business opportunities for both local and
international actors—potentially to the extent that entire “symbiosis packages” could be sold
abroad. In this way, Päijät-Häme strengthens its role as a leading region in smart specialization
and supports emission reductions aligned with the regional strategy and EU climate targets.
The goal of this project is to identify potential sites throughout the Päijät-Häme region, make
use of previous research findings, and accelerate practical measures. A region-wide balance-
based approach ensures that sufficient and cost-effective feedstock flows can be incorporated
with minimal logistics costs. Collaboration among dozens of companies and municipalities
is essential for generating profitable solutions and climate benefits, even from smaller side
streams. As a result of the project, Päijät-Häme will gain an “invest in” map and new reference
sites to attract investors, develop business, and enhance the region’s overall appeal—
sustainably and with efficient use of resources.
solutions. Currently, the region’s bio-based flows are fragmented, and a single flow often does
not justify profitable investments. However, the situation is changing: new markets are opening
up for side streams such as nutrients and gases. If we want to remain at the forefront of this
development, action is needed now. The key to success lies in adopting a symbiosis approach
in which companies from different sectors and end users are located close together, combine
their resources, and thereby reduce logistics and processing costs. Focusing on a single side
stream is not enough for cost-effectiveness; both energy and other side streams must be
addressed comprehensively.
In this project, special attention is paid to the reuse of carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas
and to waste heat, as well as to the need for temporary storage due to the seasonal nature of
these production flows. This approach creates new business opportunities for both local and
international actors—potentially to the extent that entire “symbiosis packages” could be sold
abroad. In this way, Päijät-Häme strengthens its role as a leading region in smart specialization
and supports emission reductions aligned with the regional strategy and EU climate targets.
The goal of this project is to identify potential sites throughout the Päijät-Häme region, make
use of previous research findings, and accelerate practical measures. A region-wide balance-
based approach ensures that sufficient and cost-effective feedstock flows can be incorporated
with minimal logistics costs. Collaboration among dozens of companies and municipalities
is essential for generating profitable solutions and climate benefits, even from smaller side
streams. As a result of the project, Päijät-Häme will gain an “invest in” map and new reference
sites to attract investors, develop business, and enhance the region’s overall appeal—
sustainably and with efficient use of resources.
Project period
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Project state
On-going
Project area
National
Project funding
EAKR 2021-2027
LAB role
Lead partner
Unit
Technology
Project focus area
Multipurpose materials
