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Green Shipping Fuels

Carbon-free marine fuels including green ammonia and methanol for decarbonizing shipping, which accounts for 3% of global CO₂ emissions. Green methanol can reduce shipping emissions by 95% while meeting IMO 2050 targets.

How It Works

Green shipping uses alternative fuels: green ammonia produced from renewable hydrogen serves as carbon-free marine fuel, green methanol synthesized from captured CO₂ and renewable hydrogen, and modern wind-assisted propulsion systems reduce fuel consumption by 20%. These solutions require new port infrastructure for fuel storage and distribution.

Advantages

Addresses shipping's 3% of global CO₂ emissions. Green ammonia provides completely carbon-free marine fuel. Green methanol reduces emissions by 95%. Wind-assisted propulsion cuts fuel use by 20%. Meets IMO requirements for 50% emission reduction by 2050.

Challenges

Green shipping fuels require new port infrastructure. Significant capital investment needed for fuel production and storage. Limited fuel availability in early deployment phases. Ships require engine modifications for alternative fuels. International coordination needed for global shipping routes.