Electrification and E-Fuels for the Offshore Energy Transition 



January 23, 2025
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Europe’s ambitious target of installing over 300 GW of offshore renewable energy by 2050 is a cornerstone of its decarbonisation strategy. However, achieving this requires a massive fleet of ships for installation, operation, and maintenance—potentially emitting 5-7 million tons of CO2 annually by 2050.

In this position paper by DMEC’s Benjamin Lehner, part of the EU-SCORES and Nautical Sunrise projects, we explore sustainable solutions for decarbonising these fleets:

Direct Electrification for smaller vessels like tugboats

Hydrogen & Ammonia for mid-sized ships

E-Fuels like Methanol for larger vessels

The article highlights the advantages, challenges, and examples of these innovations, supported by EU initiatives and subsidies.

Read the full article here. For more insights, contact Benjamin Lehner.

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This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 101036457.