Bioenergy Association congratulates Fonterra on its commitment to reduce coal use

The Bioenergy Association congratulates Fonterra on its commitment to reduce absolute emissions by 30% by 2030, and transition towards net zero emissions by 2050.

Brian Cox, Executive Officer, says Fonterra is already trialling co-firing wood biomass in existing coal boilers and the Co-op’s commitment to not installing any new coal boilers from 2030 sends a strong signal to the bioenergy industry. “Fonterra is a large energy user and their intention to transition away from coal will provide positive stimulus for the wood fuel supply sector to meet fuel demand.”

Fonterra statement https://www.fonterra.com/nz/en/our-stories/media/fonterra_partners_with_government_on_roadmap_to_low_emissions_future.html

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