Valmet to deliver biomass boiler and flue gas handling to Kraftringen in Sweden

Valmet has received an order from Kraftringen Energi for the bubbling fluidized bed (BFB) boiler and flue gas handling equipment for the new combined heat and power (CHP) plant to be built in Örtofta, Eslöv municipality in Skåne, Sweden.

The new CHP plant, which will be built next to the existing CHP plant, will replace aging production units and ensure a reliable supply of district heating. It will secure heat and hot water for large parts of central and western Skåne. By nearly doubling the production capacity in Örtofta, Kraftringen Energi will be able to deliver up to 25 MW of power to new electricity consumers. Additionally, the new plant will accommodate other significant benefits, such as increased delivery of process steam and local, predictable power production.

The CHP plant will feature Valmet’s flue gas treatment system with integrated heat recovery, which will feed additional energy into the district heating network, enhancing both efficiency and sustainability. The system is also designed with future readiness in mind, enabling a smooth integration of potential carbon capture technology.

The project will be the largest investment in energy production in Skåne in the past decade and will significantly enhance the region's energy security. The installation will start in June 2026, and the plant is scheduled to be operational in 2028.

“This delivery showcases state-of-the-art flue gas treatment technology that ensures very low emission levels while maximizing energy recovery to the district heating network. Carbon capture readiness has been carefully taken into account in the design, making the system well-prepared for future climate requirements. We’re pleased to support Kraftringen Energi with a solution that combines immediate environmental performance with long-term adaptability,” says Lari-Matti Kuvaja, Director, Environmental Solutions, Valmet.

Delivery's technical information
The boiler to be supplied is a Valmet BFB Boiler, including auxiliary equipment and the boiler building, followed by a Valmet flue gas cleaning system consisting of a bag house filter, selective catalytic reduction (SCR) for removal of nitrogen oxides (Nox), combustion air moisturizer, flue gas condenser, and condensate treatment.

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