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You can experience the hydrogen sauna this summer! Book your time

Harvia Plc and Toyota Motor Corporation teamed up to produce a concept model for what is believed to be the world’s first hydrogen-powered sauna (as of this writing, according to investigations by Harvia and Toyota). The collaboration represents a step toward a more sustainable future for saunas by combining Harvia’s sauna expertise with Toyota’s hydrogen combustion technology. 

The project builds on long-term cooperation in the Jyväskylä region and reflects the shared commitment of the partners to innovative and sustainable solutions. With support from the Central Finland Mobility Foundation (Cefmof), the concept sauna showcases how clean energy can power traditional wellness experiences in new ways. 

Harvia brings sauna expertise, manufacturing excellence, and global reach. Toyota contributes leading hydrogen combustion technology and long-term commitment to carbon neutrality. Cefmof serves as a catalyst for local innovation and sustainability-focused initiatives. Together, the partners are demonstrating how hydrogen can support both traditional culture and the future of clean energy. 

Harvia, a global leader in sauna and spa experiences, is committed to advancing well-being through sustainable and innovative solutions. The company integrates environmental responsibility across its operations – from product development and manufacturing to energy efficiency and supply chain management– continously seeking ways to minimize environmental impact while delivering high-quality experiences worldwide. 

Toyota views hydrogen as an important fuel in pursuit of carbon neutrality and has been promoting various initiatives in the area of ”Create, Transport, Store, and Use ” hydrogen in collaborating with partners across various industries. Moving forward, Toyota will continue to accelerate the efforts to further promote hydrogen utilization towards realizing a hydrogen society. 

About Hydrogen Sauna:

The concept model aims to capture the essence of traditional smoke sauna, known for their gentle and soothing heat. The hydrogen combustion heater channels flames and warm air through sauna stones, heating them evenly from all sides. This process envelops the space in a soft warmth and produces the pleasant steam, or löyly, when water is poured on the stones.

The hydrogen sauna is part of the Hydrogen Pitstop event by Cefmof (from 31.7. to 2.8.2025). Please also check out the event page!

Collaboration Partners

Central Finland Mobility Foundation (Cefmof)
TGR-WRT established its base in Jyväskylä. In 2023, the City of Jyväskylä, TGR-WRT, and the Toyota Mobility Foundation signed a cooperation agreement. In 2024, they founded Cefmof to support harmony between people and nature and help Jyväskylä achieve carbon neutrality through hydrogen solutions. 
https://cefmof.org 

Harvia 
Harvia is one of the leading companies operating in the sauna and spa market globally in terms of revenue, profitability and global reach. Harvia’s brands and product portfolio are well known in the market, and the company’s comprehensive product portfolio strives to meet the needs of the international sauna and spa market of both private and professional customers. 

Harvia Group employs more than 700 professionals in Finland, Germany, United States, Romania, China and Hong Kong, Austria, Italy, Estonia, and Sweden. The company is headquartered in Muurame, Finland, adjacent to its largest sauna and sauna component manufacturing facility. 
https://harviagroup.com 

Toyota 
Toyota Motor Corporation works to develop and manufacture innovative, safe and high-quality products and services that create happiness by providing mobility for all. We believe that true achievement comes from supporting our customers, partners, employees, and the communities in which we operate.

Since our founding over 80 years ago in 1937, we have applied our Guiding Principles in pursuit of a safer, greener and more inclusive society. Toyota provides a full range of mobility-related services, including electrification, autonomous, and connected etc., also is working to transform into a ”mobility company” that can meet diverse needs. 
https://global.toyota/en