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Sulphuric Acid: MM Kotkamills and Boliden in innovative closed-loop collaboration
A new cooperation between Boliden and MM Kotkamills in the use of Bolidens Low-Carbon Sulphuric Acid is a prime example of more efficient use of raw materials and the implementation of a circular economy in industry.
“Sustainability and responsibility are in our MM Group DNA, and we expect similar core values from our partners. It is exactly this kind of partnership that MM Kotkamills wants to have. Building a more sustainable operating culture is always based on collaboration,” says Marko Pekkola, Managing Director of MM Kotkamills.
Sulphuric Acid (H₂SO₄) is one of the important chemicals in the paper & pulp industry. At MM Kotkamills, the pulp is converted into saturating kraft paper, which forms the core of high-pressure laminates, storing carbon for decades.
Boliden’s Low-Carbon Sulphuric Acid is produced from the same raw materials used to produce metals using a green energy mix, making it highly resource- and CO₂- efficient, compared to most sulphuric acid produced globally, which mainly relies on raw materials from oil refining.
“Our Low-Carbon Sulphuric Acid really shows our strong commitment to sustainability. The product has a minimal carbon footprint, measuring less than 25 kg of CO₂ eq per ton—well below the EU average. With a cradle-to-gate approach we basically offer a substantial CO₂ reduction for our customers”, states Janne Lovén, Manager Sales, Sulphur Products, at Boliden.
