2025 has been a year with many important events that have played a role in our work for a sustainable future.
Members of Sweden’s Parliament Visit the Stucks Limestone Quarry
To discuss how responsible environmental management can be combined with sustainable lime extraction, a delegation of Members of Parliament visited our quarry Stucks in February.
Key EPD Progress in Loukolampi, Finland
During the year, extensive work on environmental product declarations (EPDs) was carried out in Loukolampi, Finland, with very positive results.
Successful Tests of ZEQL Lime at Björneborg Steel
In collaboration with Björneborg Steel, successful trials of ZEQL lime - the world’s first electrically produced quicklime - were conducted on several occasions during the spring.
Important Meetings at Almedalen and Arendal
With a strong focus on ZEQL, SMA Minerals participated in this summer’s political events in Almedalen, Sweden, and Arendal, Norway.
Decision on Pilot Facility for Emission- Free Lime Production in Mo i Rana
2025 marked a breakthrough for our commitment to emission-free lime production. In February, the project received support from the Norwegian state-owned company Enova, securing the financial conditions for the investment. In August, the first symbolic groundbreaking took place in Mo i Rana for Pilot40 - the world’s first emission-free lime plant.
KIRSI – Sustainable Solutions from Industrial By-Streams
Through participation in the Finnish KIRSI project, SMA Mineral contributes insights on managing industrial by-streams and how lime-based products can be integrated into circular processes.
Advancement in EcoVadis Rating to Silver
EcoVadis has evaluated SMA Minerals’ sustainability work and found that we have taken a clear step forward. As a result, we have progressed from Bronze to Silver in the EcoVadis rating.
Flue Gas to Replace Sulphuric Acid in Sandarne
In Sandarne, a decision was made in the autumn to investigate whether flue gas could replace sulphuric acid in neutralising the water used during the washing of mesan. A pilot trial was carried out.
New Mining Permit in Seljeli, Norway
In the autumn, SMA Mineral was granted a new mining permit for the dolomite quarry in Seljeli, Norway, thereby securing access to a raw material needed in both agriculture and industry.
Drivers Equipped to Assist in Emergencies
In November, our drivers completed the final stage of their professional driver training (YKB). The training covers fuel-efficient driving, legislation, ergonomics, and health, as well as methods to assist others in emergency situations.
Strong Support for Emission- Free Lime at the Zero Conference in Oslo
In early December, SMA Minerals took part in the annual Zero Conference in Oslo. Through presentations, panel discussions, and meetings with policymakers, the company had excellent opportunities to communicate its message.
