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Energy Evolution
Marine Fuels of the Future: Methanol
Aug 24, 2021
Exploring methanol as a cleaner-burning marine fuel, its potential to reduce CO2 emissions, challenges in scaling up production, government mandates affecting biofuel demand, and companies leading the way in transitioning to sustainable energy sources in the maritime sector.
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- Methanol offers significant CO2 reduction compared to conventional oil-based fuels, making it an attractive option for ship owners.
- The methanol industry faces challenges in scaling up to meet the demand from the shipping industry, but proposals for increasing renewable production are emerging.
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Increased Interest in Methanol as an Alternative Marine Fuel
Methanol has rapidly gained popularity as an alternative marine fuel due to its potential to reduce CO2 emissions. The shipping industry, under pressure to decarbonize, is considering methanol as a midterm solution to achieve emission reduction targets set by international bodies like the IMO and the EU. Methanol offers significant CO2 reduction compared to conventional oil-based fuels like Viela Sifo and MGO, making it an attractive option for ship owners. Methanol is competitively priced, widely available at European ports, compatible with ship engines, and offers flexibility in use.
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