Eni and Synhelion collaborate to produce low emission fuel
Published by Tom Mostyn,
Editorial Assistant
Hydrocarbon Engineering,
Eni and Synhelion, a spin-off of Zurich Polytechnic University (ETHZ), have announced the development of a new technology for the production of methanol from carbon dioxide (CO2), water and methane, in a process that requires high temperatures achieved by harnessing solar energy.
The production of methanol using renewable energy will help Eni to simultaneously work towards the twin targets of greenhouse gases reduction and carbon dioxide usage as raw material. The process transforms CO2 from industrial waste material to a key element in the fuel production cycle. Preliminary data show that the project about to be developed will cut over 50% of emissions released in conventional methanol production.
The partnership is part of Eni’s strategy to decarbonise its productive cycle by lowering the emission of greenhouse gases. The company signed a climate agreement in 2015 during the COP21 meeting in Paris.
R&D is a key element of Eni’s transformation into an integrated energy company for a low-carbon future. At Eni, R&D works toward the creation of value through the study and implementation of new technologies. To date, it holds 7300 patents and has launched over 350 projects.
Read the article online at: https://www.hydrocarbonengineering.com/the-environment/13062019/eni-and-synhelion-collaborate-to-produce-low-emission-fuel/
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