- ETFuels collaborates with John Cockerill and Johnson Matthey for its 120,000-ton-per-year e-methanol project in Texas.
- John Cockerill will supply 210MW pressurized alkaline electrolysers and technical services, supported by its Texas Gigafactory.
- Johnson Matthey will provide eMERALD e-methanol technology and synthesis catalysts for the project.
According to John Cockerill, The facility will leverage 500 MW renewable energy and biogenic CO₂, targeting ultra-low carbon intensity e-methanol production by 2029.E-methanol will enable industrial decarbonization, particularly in shipping and aviation, with a 91% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to conventional fuels.
Strategic Partnerships for E-Methanol Production
ETFuels has announced its collaboration with John Cockerill, a leading provider of advanced electrolyser technology, and Johnson Matthey, a global leader in sustainable solutions, for its groundbreaking 120,000-ton-per-year e-methanol facility in Texas. John Cockerill will supply 210MW of pressurized alkaline electrolysers, backed by its local manufacturing capabilities at a recently established Gigafactory in Texas. Johnson Matthey will contribute its eMERALD e-methanol technology and synthesis catalyst, which will play a pivotal role in the FEED phase of the project.
A State-of-the-Art Facility
Scheduled to begin construction by 2027, the facility will span 22,000 acres in Texas, utilizing 500 MW renewable energy and biogenic CO₂ to produce 120,000 tons of ultra-low carbon e-methanol annually by 2029. This initiative marks ETFuels’ first major project in the United States and paves the way for its expansion across Texas, Spain, and Finland. With over $1 billion in investments, the plant will create more than 500 construction jobs and over 50 permanent roles.
Decarbonizing Heavy Industry
ETFuels’ ultra-low carbon e-methanol, with an emissions intensity of just 8.7 gCO₂e/MJ, offers a transformative solution for decarbonizing heavy industries such as shipping and aviation. The green fuel aligns with FuelEU regulations, reducing CO₂ emissions by 91% compared to traditional fuels, while also enabling the production of e-SAF. The project is expected to prevent 200,000 tons of CO₂ emissions annually, equivalent to planting a forest spanning 13,000 football fields.
This collaboration underscores ETFuels’ commitment to driving innovation and sustainability in e-fuel production, supporting the transition to a low-carbon future.
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