Sustainable E-fuel

Solution Pathway

Sustainable e-fuel is a type of synthetic fuel, nearly identical to fossil fuels, produced by using renewable energy to chemically convert readily available resources like hydrogen and carbon monoxide. This process results in a fuel that can be used in current combustion engines, including those in jets and ships. Sustainable e-fuels offer a way to decarbonize the transportation sector, especially in areas like aviation and shipping, where electrification is challenging. Expanding the production and use of sustainable e-fuels requires investment in renewable energy infrastructure and technologies for hydrogen and carbon monoxide synthesis. Policies that incentivize research, development, and deployment of e-fuels technologies can accelerate adoption. Building partnerships with industries that have high energy demands, such as aviation and maritime sectors, will be crucial to integrate e-fuels into existing fuel supply chains without extensive modifications to engines.