FLS is opening a mill lining plant in Casablanca, Chile, that runs entirely on 100% renewable energy and a water reuse system. This initiative is part of its commitment to responsible mining, promoting the reduction of emissions and the efficient use of resources.
New FLS coating plant reduces emissions
The LEED-certified facility has the capacity to produce 6,500 tons of coatings per year. In addition to integrating engineering, innovation and planning, it reduces carbon emissions by up to 56%. carbon emissions during the emissions during the manufacturing process. With this investment of more than DKK 160 million, FLS boosts its CORE’26 strategy and reinforces its MissionZero ambition to achieve zero emissions by 2030.
Mikko Keto, CEO of FLS, pointed out that this mill lining plant is a mill liners plant is not only a new production center, but a reflection of the company’s commitment to sustainability and the local community. In fact, it is expected to generate up to 250 new jobs in the Valparaíso region, thereby strengthening the circular economy in the mining industry.
FLS also recently inaugurated a lining recycling plant in Antofagasta, which will reduce emissions associated with the use of virgin materials by up to 61%. With these actions, the company is consolidating its position as a benchmark in innovative and sustainable mining solutions.
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