In a recent article, titled ''High hopes for carbon capture'', Pirita Mikkanen, Vice President of Energy at Metsä Group, offers a nuanced perspective on carbon capture, a technology often seen as a simple solution to emissions reduction.
Pirita Mikkanen, VP of Energy at Metsä GroupWhile carbon capture has been around for decades, Mikkanen emphasizes that its application in industries such as pulp and paper is far from straightforward. High costs and an underdeveloped market for captured carbon make it a challenging endeavor. Yet, under her leadership, Metsä Group is at the forefront of pioneering efforts to overcome these hurdles, aiming to transform carbon dioxide from a mere by-product into a valuable resource.
