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Moeve and GIC Advance Methanol-Based e-SAF Pathway

At a glance
  • The feasibility study for the methanol-to-olefins pathway will run through late 2026.
  • The project aims to build a sustainable olefins production facility in Europe.
  • Aviation contributes about 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
  • The global green methanol market is expected to triple by 2030.

Project Overview

Moeve, in collaboration with the Global Impact Coalition (GIC), is advancing a methanol-based pathway to electro-Sustainable Aviation Fuel (e-SAF) and low-carbon chemicals in Europe. This initiative focuses on Methanol-to-Olefins (MTO) technology as a sustainable alternative to conventional fossil-based production routes.

Feasibility Study

The project has initiated a feasibility study, set to continue through late 2026, to assess the technical and economic potential of establishing a sustainable olefins production facility in Europe. This facility aims to leverage MTO as a next-generation process for low-carbon industrial transformation.

Environmental Impact

The new pathway aims to decarbonize the aviation sector, which contributes approximately 3% of total global greenhouse gas emissions. By converting e-methanol into e-SAF through sustainable olefins, the project seeks to offer scalable low-carbon aviation fuels.

Market Potential

With the global green methanol market projected to triple by 2030, this initiative is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging sustainable methanol markets worldwide. The development of innovative, low-carbon industrial assets offers a timely opportunity to modernize production and enhance industrial competitiveness in Europe.