Methanol: a future transport fuel based on hydrogen and carbon dioxide?

This briefing note is based on the STOA project on Methanol: a future transport fuel based on hydrogen and carbon dioxide? The project discusses the technological, environmental and economic barriers for producing methanol from carbon dioxide, as well as the possible uses of methanol in car transport in Europe. Costs and benefits are evaluated from a life-cycle perspective in order to compare different feedstocks for methanol production and to account for the potential benefits of CO2-derived methanol in the transition to a more diversified fuel mix in the transport sector. Benefits in terms of reduced dependence on conventional fossil fuels and lower risks to security of supply can be envisioned in the medium and long term.

A hyperlink to the full STOA report is available via the EP: EPRS Briefing.