Business Forum • 27 November, 2024 at 10:58 AM
Nokian Tyres and renewable energy provider Enery have signed a long-term contract ensuring zero CO2 emission energy for Nokian Tyres new passenger car tire factory in Oradea, Romania. In addition to the energy supply the contract enables Enery to construct a new solar power plant in southern Romania. The contract is valid from 2025 for 11 years.
Nokian Tyres new passenger car tire factory in Oradea, Romania will operate entirely without fossil fuels, making it the world's first full-scale tire factory with zero CO2 emissions. Commercial production will start early 2025.
“The contract with Enery not only secures the zero CO2 emission energy supply for our new factory in Oradea Romania, but also allows Enery to build a new solar power plant in Romania, further supporting Europe's green transition. The agreement also supports our long-term target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emission level by 2050,” says Nokian Tyres SVP for Operation Excellence Adrian Kaczmarczyk.
"This collaboration with Nokian Tyres underscores our mission to deliver meaningful environmental impact through responsible energy practices, while also contributing to Romania's energy independence and sustainable future,” said Severin Vartigov, Chief Commercial Officer at Enery. “This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to reducing carbon emissions and fostering a cleaner energy future”, he continues.
Enery is an independent renewable energy provider dedicated to supplying its customers with reliable, affordable, long-term green energy. With a diversified green fleet currently generating almost 700 GWh of clean electricity from 490 MW and powering 277 706 households, Enery is at the forefront of driving the CEE region's transition to sustainable energy. The company's ambitious plans include ongoing development projects with more than 8 GW in 11 countries. With its diverse and multidisciplinary team of 30 nationalities, Enery is focusing on developing, constructing, and operating renewable energy projects by integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into every aspect of day-to-day business.
Nokian Tyres' purpose is to make the world safer by reinventing tires, and how they are made, over and over again - a safer place to drive, work and live now and for generations to come. Inspired by our northern heritage, we develop and manufacture premium tires for passenger cars, trucks and heavy machinery with sustainability at the heart of all our operations. Our Vianor chain provides tire and car services. We are some 3,400 people with net sales of €1.2 billion in 2023, and together we lead the journey to smarter driving for people and for businesses. Nokian Tyres is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Further information: company.nokiantyres.com