A three-year carbon capture and utilization project conducted by VTT and LUT University in Finland has achieved a breakthrough in converting biogenic carbon dioxide into valuable plastics like polypropylene and polyethylene. Funded by Business Finland, the Forest CUMP research project explored technologies to create renewable plastic raw materials using carbon dioxide and green hydrogen, with a focus on long-lasting polymer products over fuels. The project's success was attributed to adapting renewable raw material processes to existing industrial equipment, enabling the production of key basic plastics like polyethylene and polypropylene without major additional investments. The researchers utilized carbon capture technology to convert dilute flue gas carbon dioxide into hydrocarbons, paving the way for industrial-scale production in the future. Finland's potential as a leader in utilizing biogenic carbon dioxide is emphasized, with companies like Borealis actively participating in initiatives to transition to renewable solutions in the plastics industry. The article showcases the positive sentiment towards hydrogen as a key element in the renewable energy transition, supporting large-scale green hydrogen production. Overall, the article highlights the innovative efforts in Finland to leverage carbon capture technology for sustainable and commercially viable production of plastics and other high-value products.