In Massachusetts, Emvolon and Connecticut based Freepoint Commodities announced their intention to begin a long-term strategic collaboration to produce and distribute renewable methanol made from methane captured at landfills, dairies, wastewater plants, and flare gas sites. The effort pairs Emvolon’s containerized production units with Freepoint’s global reach in commodities trading and logistics. Initial output is set for 6,000 tons annually by 2027, with plans to scale to 50,000 tons by 2030.
Emvolon’s modular plants convert methane, a potent greenhouse gas, into liquid methanol directly at the source. Housed in standard shipping containers and powered by repurposed automotive engines, the systems are designed to operate in locations too small or remote for centralized infrastructure.
Demand for renewable methanol has grown sharply as shipping companies respond to European and international climate rules. RED II compliant biomethanol has crossed the $1,000 per ton threshold, driven by penalties on maritime carbon emissions and a wave of vessel conversions.
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Tags: Emvolon, Freepoint Commodities, methanol
Category: Sustainable Marine Fuels
