Ways to create net-zero foundries (CASTWELL)

Important results from the project

The CASTWELL pre-study has identified and addressed key challenges for the Swedish foundry industry’s transition toward climate neutrality, increased resource efficiency, and long-term sustainability. The objectives set at the start—analyzing CO₂ emission sources, mapping the value chain, and identifying opportunities for circular material flows—have been achieved. In addition,the project established new networks among industry actors and laid the groundwork for future collaboration.

Expected long term effects

The project is expected to contribute to a more sustainable and competitive foundry industry. The feasibility study has laid the foundation for reduced carbon emissions, increased resource efficiency and greater use of circular material flows. The established collaborations and networks are expected to promote continued knowledge exchange, joint innovation efforts and strategic investments that support the transition to climate-neutral and strengthen the green competitiveness of industry.

Approach and implementation

The project was implemented according to plan and followed the original structure. The work was based on close collaboration between foundries, industry organizations, researchers and other actors. Through workshops and joint analyses, the value chain, carbon footprint and opportunities for circular material flows were mapped. The activities proved to be relevant and well adapted to the project´s objective. The schedule could be followed without major deviations.