In a significant advancement in the battle against climate change, outdoor sports company Mammut has joined forces with Danish tech start-up Klimate, along with ARC, Bofort, and Carbonaide, to unveil a pioneering project focused on carbon dioxide (CO2) removal and its subsequent storage in concrete. The initiative is backed by world-class climber Adam Ondra, highlighting the project’s commitment to environmental sustainability.
Mammut, renowned for its durable outdoor equipment, operates within a complex framework: delivering extraordinary experiences for outdoor enthusiasts while ensuring the preservation of nature. The company acknowledges the environmental impact of its production processes, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. In alignment with its ambitious decarbonisation strategy, “Do Our Best, Remove the Rest,” Mammut has set a target to halve its emissions by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050.
The innovative project transforms captured CO2 from the atmosphere into a useful resource. Klimate serves as the linchpin of this initiative, coordinating the efforts of all stakeholders. In Copenhagen, ARC has implemented technology capable of capturing up to four tons of CO2 daily from the flue gas of a waste-to-energy plant. The captured CO2 is then transported in ISO tanks managed by Bofort to Finland, where it is integrated into a sustainable concrete production process by Carbonaide, effectively binding the gas permanently.
Mammut’s commitment to this project is substantial, as it has pledged to decarbonise a total of 90 tons of CO2 by the end of 2025. While the innovative removal and storage techniques are essential, the company’s primary focus remains on reducing its overall emissions. Tobias Steinegger, Head of Corporate Responsibility at Mammut, expressed the company’s vision: “Through this cooperation, we aim to achieve tangible results in carbon removal and inspire other companies to eliminate their residual emissions after making significant efforts to reduce their carbon footprints.”
The project is positioned as a model for future initiatives, showcasing the potential of collaboration between diverse stakeholders in addressing climate challenges. Mads Emil Dalsgaard, Co-CEO of Klimate, emphasised the importance of this facility as a stepping stone for future scaling and development. “We’re really proud at Klimate to have Mammut and Adam Ondra as supporters to help make this project a reality,” he remarked.
As outdoor activities and the associated demand for equipment continue to rise, initiatives like this are crucial in mitigating the environmental impact of the outdoor sports industry. By fostering innovative solutions and encouraging other companies to take similar steps, Mammut and its partners are setting a precedent in sustainability and responsibility within the industry.
For more insights into the project, a video detailing the initiative is available here.
Through this collaborative effort, Mammut aims not only to make strides towards its sustainability goals but also to inspire broader industry action in the fight against climate change.