Johnson Matthey's E-Methanol Technology Selected for Leading Green Energy Project in Spain
Key Ideas
  • Johnson Matthey's e-methanol technology chosen by Reolum for La Robla Nueva Energia project in Castilla y León, Spain, to be one of Europe's largest e-methanol plants by 2027.
  • The project, part of La Robla Green, includes a green energy generation plant powering 50,000 households and an e-methanol plant utilizing green hydrogen and CO2 from biomass for production.
  • Reolum's selection of JM's eMERALD™ technology aligns with Spain's Just Transition Zones initiative and the European Union's Just Transition Mechanism, supporting the decarbonisation efforts in the region.
  • The project signifies a milestone for both companies in driving energy transition, decarbonisation, and the advancement of e-methanol as a critical product for sectors like chemicals and heavy transport.
Johnson Matthey's e-methanol technology has been chosen by Reolum for the La Robla Nueva Energia project in Castilla y León, Spain, aiming to establish one of Europe's largest e-methanol production plants by the end of 2027. This initiative is part of the La Robla Green project, which consists of a green energy generation plant and an e-methanol plant utilizing green hydrogen and CO2 from biomass. The collaboration between JM and Reolum marks a significant achievement in the energy transition sector, with JM's eMERALD™ technology contributing to decarbonisation efforts in the region. The project supports the decarbonisation of hard-to-abate sectors like chemicals and heavy transport, including shipping. Supported by the European Investment Bank, a Final Investment Decision is anticipated in 2025, highlighting the financial and environmental backing for this sustainable project. Reolum, a Spanish company dedicated to energy transition and decarbonisation projects, has meticulously selected JM's technology to drive the regeneration of the area in northern Spain, aligning with Just Transition Zones and the EU's decarbonisation strategies. Alberto Giovanzana from JM emphasized the efficiency of their technology in converting renewable resources to e-methanol, praising the collaboration with Reolum as transformative for the region. Yann Dumont, CEO of Reolum, expressed satisfaction with the partnership with JM, stating that the project represents innovative business models focused on decarbonisation. Overall, the project signifies a remarkable step towards sustainable energy practices, technological innovation, and environmental responsibility in Spain.
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