Anora invests in carbon neutrality
Finland-based spirits producer Anora Group has invested in a new biomass boiler in its Koskenkorva Distillery in Ilmajoki.
The investment is part of Anora’s sustainability strategy, marking a significant step towards carbon neutrality.
The new state-of-the-art boiler is set to replace the existing fossil fuel-fired steam boiler, which is reaching the end of its functional lifespan.
Scheduled for commissioning in 2026, the biomass boiler will operate on 100% renewable fuels.
The transition will reduce Koskenkorva Distillery’s fossil emissions ‘significantly’ – the primary source of Anora’s Scope 1 and 2 emissions – making it carbon neutral during 2026, a key goal in Anora’s ambitious sustainability roadmap.
Beyond its environmental benefits, the new boiler will improve safety, operational reliability and automation.
Hannu Vähämurto, SVP of Anora’s industrial segment, said: ”This investment demonstrates our strong commitment to reducing our fossil emissions. The Koskenkorva Distillery is already a forerunner in our industry with its circular economy-based operations. Thanks to our decade-long sustainability efforts, we have already significantly reduced the distillery’s fossil CO2 emissions.
“This investment is the final step in making the Koskenkorva Distillery’s operations carbon neutral, setting a new industry standard and showcasing our dedication to environmental responsibility.”
Anora aims to reach carbon-neutral operations at its Koskenkorva Distillery in 2026 and throughout all of its operations by 2030.
Some of its other ambitious sustainability goals include driving the transition towards recyclable packaging options and reducing transport emissions through near-market filling.
The company recently received approval for its separate science-based emission reduction targets from the Science Based Targets initiative.
In 2024, Anora’s net sales reached €692 million, with distribution in nearly 30 global markets. The company employs approximately 1,200 people.
Earlier this month, the company appointed Kirsi Puntila as its new CEO.
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