LÄMPÖ

In the Waste heat in Häme and its technological utilization (LÄMPÖ) project, we map waste heat sources in the Häme region, assess waste heat potential based on technological feasibility, and strengthen regional energy efficiency. The project creates conditions for improved utilisation of waste heat in current and future energy systems.

Utilising waste heat reduces the use of primary energy, improves the overall energy efficiency of energy systems, and supports the transition towards low‑carbon and sustainable energy production. However, more effective use of waste heat requires renewed contractual and pricing models as well as improved forms of cooperation. The LÄMPÖ project addresses these challenges by identifying where waste heat is generated in the Häme region and how it can be efficiently utilised as part of existing and future energy systems.

The project will deliver a comprehensive, updatable map‑based service of waste heat sites in the Häme region and assess the utilisation of waste heat using various technologies, such as direct heat recovery, heat pumps, electricity generation, and cooling. In addition, the project examines waste heat‑related business opportunities, pricing and contractual models, and the impacts of Finnish and European legislation. Through case studies and modelling, the role and profitability of waste heat in future energy systems are evaluated, including perspectives from data centers and district heating networks.

The benefits of the project are significant for both companies and public organisations. Stakeholders gain access to accurate and visual information on regional waste heat potential, along with clear recommendations for its utilisation. Companies can identify cost savings, develop new services, and prepare for energy efficiency obligations, while energy companies and municipalities receive support for investment planning and strategic decision‑making. The project also provides up‑to‑date information on technologies, legislation, and contractual models, as well as opportunities to participate in interviews, case studies, and collaborative development activities. The results support the entire region’s transition towards more energy‑efficient and low‑carbon operations.

The project is implemented by the Sustainable Energy Systems research group in collaboration with Lappeenranta–Lahti University of Technology (LUT) and LAB University of Applied Sciences.

Read more about waste heat utilization from our previous project Waste heat for utilization (Hukka).

Target group

The project targets major waste heat producers, users, and intermediaries in the Päijät‑Häme and Kanta‑Häme regions. The primary target groups include energy and technology companies, energy‑intensive industries, data center companies, and large energy consumers with potential to utilise waste heat. In addition, the target groups include municipalities, cities, and development companies in Päijät‑Häme and Kanta‑Häme, with particular emphasis on areas where waste heat utilisation potential is greatest.

Operating area

The project operates in the Kanta‑Häme and Päijät‑Häme regions.

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