A biogas plant produces natural gas, CO2, and biological fertilizers from organic waste. Biogas mainly consists of methane, CO2, and trace gases such as H2S, siloxanes, and various volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Removing these gases using standard fossil-based activated carbon contributes to a higher carbon footprint.
Sparks assists customers in reducing their CO2 footprint by switching from fossil-based products to bio-based versions.
By substituting standard fossil activated carbon with biogenic activated carbon made from coconut shells – and managing the reactivation and end-of-life use of spent carbon – significant reductions in CO2 footprint are achieved.
The combustion of fossil fuels emits huge amounts of CO2, and most industries require assistance to comply with the EU’s climate and energy ambitions. «Fit for 55» – the EU’s plan for a green transition – calls for reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030.
At Sparks, we assist our customers in reducing their CO2 footprint by replacing fossil-based energy with various bio-oil alternatives.
Waste deposits are significant contributors to climate change through their methane and CO2 emissions, as well as pollution of local environments.
Waste-to-energy (WtE) plants burn non-organic municipal solid waste (MSW) to produce steam in a boiler, which is then used to generate electricity and direct heating – helping divert waste from landfills.
At Sparks, we supply powdered activated carbon made from coconut shells to reduce the overall carbon footprint of the Waste-to-Energy (WtE) plant.
Reliable access to clean and safe drinking water is crucial to human health. However, our drinking water can be contaminated in a number of ways and must be treated safely and efficiently.
Traditional water treatment processes often rely on standard fossil-based activated carbon, which increases the environmental footprint of water purification.
At Sparks, we supply anthracite coal, quartz sand, and activated carbon for water treatment processes.
By substituting standard fossil activated carbon with biogenic activated carbon made from coconut shells – and managing the reactivation and end-of-life use of spent carbon – significant reductions in CO2 footprint are achieved.
It is crucial to reduce the CO2 footprint related to the construction and maintenance of roads globally, as conventional paving and repair processes rely heavily on high-emission materials and frequent resurfacing.
At Sparks, we supply several environmentally friendly products that increase the lifespan of asphalt by reducing cracking, aging, and fatigue – while also enabling the recycling of old asphalt.
Moisture damage to gravel roads is critical, as the infiltration of water causes ruts, cracks, and general erosion – further causing a major increase in life-cycle costs and CO2 emissions.
At Sparks, we assist our customers in reducing their CO2 footprint by replacing fossil-based products (bitumen) used as a binder in gravel roads.
Our solution dramatically improves water resistance and reduces deformation and erosion while maintaining flexibility and mechanical strength.
For over 100 years, the Norwegian smelter industry has produced metal using hydropower – making it the greenest metal in the world.
However, further reducing the carbon footprint of high-temperature smelting and managing heavy metal emissions in gas and water runoff remain major environmental challenges.
At Sparks, we supply absorbing materials for heavy metals across both the gas and water spaces. Furthermore, our biocarbon solutions play an important role in driving CO2 reductions directly within the smelting process – helping the Norwegian smelter industry lead the transition toward clean, zero-carbon metal production.
Maintaining a low CO2 footprint requires circular carbon management, but operating absorption plants safely and handling spent media during filter changeouts can be complex, labor-intensive, and hazardous.
At Sparks, we secure a low CO2 footprint for our customers through spent carbon reactivation, paired with complete on-site service – ensuring efficient and safe operation of absorption plants, specifically during the filling and emptying of filter units.
Emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during the off- and unloading of tankers represent large emissions of climate gases, while at the same time valuable products are lost to the atmosphere.
At Sparks, we provide Vapor Recovery Units (VRUs) installed at oil storage tank terminals and refineries to prevent emissions and recover valuable products
Oil and gas installations produce contaminated gases and water that must be safely treated before they can be released into the air or sea. Traditional treatment methods often rely on fossil-based activated carbon, adding to total carbon emissions.
At Sparks, we supply activated carbon and filters for this treatment. Activated carbon from biogenic sources (coconut shell) is well suited for these applications and represents significant CO2 savings compared to activated carbon of fossil origin.
Traditional chemical formulations often struggle to meet modern environmental standards, facing increasing regulatory pressure around high VOC content, stringent CLP hazardous labeling, and poor eco-toxicity profiles.
Sparks represents Danish manufacturer Esti Chem A/S (main shareholder of Sparks AS) in the Norwegian market, providing a wide range of green formulation ingredients.
Backed by over 30 years of experience, we help customers convert traditional chemical formulations to meet future needs for low VOC content, low CLP labeling, and excellent eco-tox properties.
