Energizing industries and driving impact this March
From the latest site updates at KALL Ingredients to insights on decarbonizing industrial heat, this month’s highlights showcases how we're driving change across key sectors.
We’re proud to contribute to WBCSD’s new Thermal Energy Storage Navigator Brief, explore the energy demands of the pharmaceutical industry, and unpack emerging trends in steel decarbonization.
Plus, we’re on the ground at Hannover Messe 2025, sharing how decentralized thermal energy storage is reshaping grid stability and cost efficiency.
Scroll down for expert insights, project updates, and upcoming events.
KALL Ingredients Heatcube update
We’re closing in on a significant project milestone, as the main mechanical works are nearly finalized. The molten salt piping system is being wrapped up, and we’re pleased to share that the first round of hydrotesting has officially begun last week.
In parallel, installation of the water and steam systems continues at pace, and insulation and cladding of the molten salt storage tanks is now nearly complete.
Looking ahead, the next major focus will be the installation of the heat tracing system on the molten salt piping—an important step as we move toward commissioning.
To mark today’s milestone, here’s a group photo of the KIS Kft team following the successful first hydrotest of the molten salt piping system. A big congratulations to everyone involved!
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Making waves within Thermal Energy Storage
Kyoto Group is proud to have contributed to WBCSD's (World Business Council for Sustainable Development) latest Thermal Energy Storage Navigator Brief.
Thermal energy storage (TES) is gaining momentum as a key enabler of industrial decarbonization, helping leading companies optimize energy use, cut emissions, and boost resilience.
This brief provides unique insights from real-world projects alongside key business considerations, making it a valuable resource for companies exploring renewable heat solutions.
Your path to a sustainable pharmaceutical industry
Pharmaceutical manufacturing demands precision, and a lot of heat.
Behind every tablet, vial, and capsule is a process that demands both precision and a constant supply of high-temperature steam.
Today, most of that heat is still produced using fossil fuels.
In an industry where quality, compliance, and sustainability are essential, relying on carbon-intensive heat presents a serious challenge — and a significant opportunity.
Kyoto’s Heatcube offers a way forward. It delivers reliable, high-temperature steam powered by renewable electricity and can be seamlessly integrated into existing systems.
Explore how we decarbonize the pharmaceutical industry
Industry trends: Decarbonizing the Steel sector
Steel is one of the world’s most carbon-intensive industries—and while CO₂ emissions dominate the conversation, methane from coking coal remains a largely overlooked climate threat. These emissions are equivalent to 13 million tonnes of CO₂ annually, or 8% of the sector’s total greenhouse gas output, a hidden cost that challenges current decarbonization strategies.
The problem is structural. Coking coal remains the backbone of steel production in the EU, and globally, the steel industry is the dominant consumer, accounting for 75% of all coking coal usage. In 2023 alone, EU coal mining released 250,000 tonnes of methane, while coal imports added another 306,000 tonnes—most of it directly tied to steelmaking. With methane having a global warming potential 82.5 times higher than CO₂ over 20 years, the climate impact is enormous.
Steel is essential to the green transition, used in wind turbines, solar panels, and electric vehicles. But decarbonizing steel itself is crucial if the EU is to meet its climate targets.
Explore key insights on Steel decarbonization
Upcoming April events
Hannover Messe 2025
March 31st - April 4th, 2025
Hannover Messe 2025 is now in full swing and the Kyoto team is there!
Our Chief Commercial Officer Tim de Haas will be speaking at the Energy 4.0 Stage on April 2nd at 16.20 pm, during a session called 'Optimizing Grid Stability and Cost Efficiency with Decentralized Thermal Energy Storage'. Don't miss out on this insightful session!
Our team is currently exhibiting at the Energy 4.0 Pavillion, in Hall 13, Stand E68/3. If you're attending, come and have a chat with us about optimizing your energy production with thermal energy storage.
If you're not there but still want to discuss your energy strategy, you can book a meeting with our commercial team by heading to the page below.
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