EUBCE 2024 - Can DEMIR - Biogas Conversion to Green Methanol Via Steam Reforming iin a Container-Sized Module

Biogas Conversion to Green Methanol Via Steam Reforming iin a Container-Sized Module

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This project presents a container-sized reactor module, which is designed to convert biogas and renewable hydrogen into green methanol with minimal carbon dioxide emissions, demonstrating a breakthrough in complete CH4 and CO2 utilization for methanol production. The container-sized module, tested at the Lemvig Biogas site in Denmark, utilizes a novel Ni-Zr-based catalyst for steam reforming biogas into syngas, subsequently converting it to methanol over a standard Cu-based catalyst. Initial results from laboratory and pilot-scale tests showcase high purity and catalytic stability in methanol production, positioning this technology as a promising and environmentally friendly alternative for sustainable biofuel production.

C. Demir, Technical University of Denmark, Kongens Lyngby, DENMARK
R. V. Gaikwad, Elplatek, Horsens, DENMARK
S. N. B. Villadsen, Technical University of Denmark, Kongens Lyngby, DENMARK
P.L. Fosbøl, Technical University of Denmark, Kongens Lyngby, DENMARK