A milestone for green methanol powered fuel cells

Blue World’s 1 MW pilot system

Source: Blue World

Blue World has successfully tested a 200 kW maritime fuel cell system which runs on green methanol, bringing new technology into play which could push forward the decarbonisation of the maritime industry.

With an electrical efficiency of up to 55% when reaching a commercial stage, the fuel cell system will typically provide a fuel saving of 20-30% which enables a cost-efficient use of green fuels. Additionally, the fuel cell system allows for up to 100% carbon capture for both utilisation in green fuel production and for storage.

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