Energy

Talvivaara's production process requires a large amount of electrical energy and fuels. Most of the electricity consumed by the company is used for crushing and the bioheapleaching of ore as well as by the pumps and fans at the metals recovery plant. Light fuel oil is mainly used by the machinery at the mine, while heavy fuel oil is required in the production of process steam and heating of buildings. Talvivaara seeks to optimise its energy use. The conditions are good as the company utilises state-of-the-art technology, which is energy-efficient. In addition, Talvivaara aims to improve its energy-efficiency, for example, by studying opportunities to introduce new forms of energy like wind power. Talvivaara can also promote its customers' energy-efficiency through its products, which have higher nickel and zinc contents than the products of corresponding mines.