Shippers Turn to Green Methanol to Reduce Maritime Emissions But Supply Challenges Remain
- Major shippers like Maersk and Cargill are adopting vessels powered by methanol and wind to cut emissions.
- The UN's maritime organization has set goals to cut shipping emissions 50% by 2050.
- Methanol-powered ships cost more but costs are expected to fall as production scales up.
- Green methanol production capacity is currently limited, especially near major ports.
- To meet climate goals the industry aims to boost green methanol output and reduce costs over the next two decades.