Nordic Ren-Gas has selected MAN Energy Solutions (MAN ES) to supply key technology for its e-methane project in Tampere, Finland. Specifically, MAN ES will provide a 50 MWel catalytic methanation reactor that will be integral in converting green hydrogen and captured biogenic CO2 into renewable e-methane. This collaboration will enhance the efficiency of the project’s methane production and broaden its potential for integration with other sectors.

As part of the partnership, MAN ES will oversee several critical steps, including the design, manufacturing, pre-fabrication, testing, delivery, installation supervision, commissioning, and performance testing of the equipment. Mikko Piekkala, Commercial Manager at Ren-Gas, expressed the company's excitement about working with MAN Energy Solutions. He highlighted the high methane production efficiency the methanation technology brings, allowing the project to expand its opportunities for sector integration. Piekkala also noted the value of partnering with a leading European company like MAN to advance the European hydrogen sector.

Christian Obermeier, representing MAN Energy Solutions, also emphasized the importance of the project. He stated, “I’m proud that Ren-Gas will rely on our proven methanation technology for this impressive Power-to-Gas project. MAN Energy Solutions has been a pioneer in the Power-to-Gas field, having commissioned our first methanation reactor back in 2013. Since then, we have accumulated valuable operational knowledge, which will be incorporated into the design of this new reactor to ensure high efficiency and produce high-quality methane.”

The e-methane production process will utilize 40,000 tons of carbon dioxide captured from the Tarastenjärvi waste incineration plant's flue gases. Additionally, green hydrogen will be produced with the help of electrolyzers from German manufacturer Sunfire. This combination of captured CO2 and green hydrogen will be essential to the renewable e-methane production, positioning the project as a key player in the clean energy landscape.

This collaboration between Ren-Gas and MAN Energy Solutions is a significant step toward advancing the hydrogen economy and reducing carbon emissions in Europe. The use of Power-to-Gas technology allows for efficient methane production while also supporting the integration of renewable energy sources. As the project moves forward, it is expected to contribute to the region’s growing efforts in the renewable energy and hydrogen sectors, providing a sustainable solution for energy storage and consumption.

Nordic Ren-Gas Oy is a leading developer of hydrogen economy projects in Finland, focused on establishing a decentralized network for renewable e-methane production across the country. The renewable fuels generated by Ren-Gas are expected to replace approximately 250 million liters of fossil fuels annually in heavy road and maritime transport. The company’s projects are designed with a strong emphasis on sector integration, enabling the efficient use of process heat for district heating and providing demand response services to the national grid. Ren-Gas aims to reduce over one million tons of carbon dioxide each year across the transportation and energy sectors, all while sourcing the energy for e-methane production from Finnish wind power