Eni's Sannazzaro de' Burgondi Refinery to Produce Low-Carbon Methanol and Hydrogen with NextChem's Technology
Key Ideas
- Eni's refinery in Sannazzaro de' Burgondi, Italy, is set to utilize NextChem's NX CircularTM technology to produce up to 110,000 tons per year of circular methanol and 1,500 tons per year of circular hydrogen for green mobility and clean energy.
- The collaboration between MAIRE, Eni, and Iren aims to convert approximately 200,000 tons per year of non-recyclable waste into synthesis gas, leading to the production of sustainable fuels and chemicals, contributing to decarbonization efforts.
- The circular methanol produced at the plant meets the standards of the EU Renewable Energy Directive for Recycled Carbon Fuels (RCF) and will play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions, particularly in the maritime sector, while the circular hydrogen will help in reducing CO2 emissions in refinery processes and sustainable mobility.
- The project not only focuses on environmental benefits but also on economic efficiency by leveraging existing infrastructure and expertise at the Sannazzaro site, thus optimizing costs and supporting the circular economy initiatives.
Eni, in collaboration with MAIRE and Iren, is embarking on a project at the Sannazzaro de' Burgondi refinery in Pavia, Italy, to establish a circular methanol and hydrogen production plant. The plant will utilize NextChem's NX CircularTM technology to convert non-recyclable waste into synthesis gas, enabling the production of up to 110,000 tons of circular methanol and 1,500 tons of circular hydrogen annually. These products will serve as sustainable alternatives for various sectors, including maritime transportation and refinery processes.
The initiative not only addresses the need for green mobility and clean energy but also aligns with efforts towards decarbonization. The circular methanol, meeting the EU Renewable Energy Directive standards for Recycled Carbon Fuels, offers an innovative approach to reducing carbon emissions, while the circular hydrogen contributes to lowering CO2 emissions in different applications.
Moreover, the project emphasizes efficiency by recovering inert granulate for use in the cement industry, further supporting decarbonization efforts. By maximizing the use of existing infrastructure and technical expertise at the refinery site, the project aims to optimize costs and promote a circular economy model.
Overall, the collaboration between Eni, MAIRE, and Iren underscores a positive outlook on integrating advanced technologies for sustainable fuel production and enhancing environmental performance in the energy sector.
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