World’s First Commercial-Scale E-Methanol Plant
On 21st May 2025, the world’s first commercial-scale e-methanol plant began operations in Kasso, southern Denmark.
- The plant, developed by Denmark’s European Energy in partnership with Japan’s Mitsui, will produce renewable, low-emission e-methanol to help the shipping industry cut carbon emissions.
Key Features of the E-Methanol Plant
- Annual production capacity is 42,000 metric tons (53 million litres) of e-methanol.
- E-methanol is made using renewable energy combined with CO2 captured from biogas plants and waste incineration.
- The plant uses green technology to produce fuel with zero carbon emissions.
- Excess heat generated is used to provide heating for 3,300 local households.
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