ANALYSIS | How much green hydrogen and renewable energy will be needed to decarbonise global shipping?

Hundreds of gigawatts of new wind and solar would be needed to produce enough ammonia and methanol to make a dent in maritime emissions by 2030

The Green Pioneer, capable of running on ammonia, moored in Dubai for the Cop28 summit.
The Green Pioneer, capable of running on ammonia, moored in Dubai for the Cop28 summit.Photo: Paul Peachey
Published 19 February 2024, 09:02Updated 20 February 2024, 09:29
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