Outokumpu, Alfa Laval, and SSAB partner to reduce emissions at Laakso Joint Hospital

Outokumpu, Alfa Laval, and SSAB are collaborating to implement a low-emission heat transfer solution at the Laakso Joint Hospital project in Helsinki, Finland. The partnership aims to achieve a significant reduction in carbon emissions through the use of innovative plate heat exchangers featuring Outokumpu Circle Green® stainless steel and SSAB Zero™ steel, with up to 60 percent lower product carbon footprint compared to standard materials.

The Laakso Joint Hospital project, led by the City of Helsinki and Helsinki University Hospital (HUS), is expected to be completed by 2030. As part of the development, the project seeks to establish energy-efficient and low-emission systems to enhance sustainability in healthcare infrastructure.

During 2025, Alfa Laval will install five plate heat exchangers at the hospital, which are designed to reduce emissions across the supply chain while also providing operational savings. This initiative exemplifies how local projects can contribute to broader global sustainability goals by promoting the adoption of low-emission materials.

According to Outokumpu, the Circle Green® stainless steel utilized in the exchangers achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 93 percent compared to the global industry average. This innovation, along with SSAB Zero™ steel, underscores the importance of collaboration between industry leaders to drive environmental progress.

Outokumpu has highlighted that stainless steel’s properties, including corrosion resistance, strength, durability, and efficient heat transfer, make it particularly suitable for this application. The company has optimized its processes by using renewable energy sources, sourcing low-emission raw materials, and enhancing production efficiency.

Representatives from the companies involved have emphasized that cross-industry collaboration is essential for achieving significant emissions reductions. The Laakso Joint Hospital project serves as an example of how innovative technologies can be applied to large-scale projects to support the transition to low-carbon solutions.

Source and Photo: Outokumpu