MIT spinout uses engines to turn trash gas into green fuel factories [Video]

An MIT spinout is deploying repurposed engines near methane sources to produce greener methanol and chemicals.

Emvolon’s systems convert methane into liquid fuels like methanol and ammonia on-site, enabling use or transport in standard truck containers for versatile energy solutions.

According to the firm, methane conversion is becoming financially appealing enough for widespread use. By utilizing mass-produced engines, the system can eliminate the need to invest in infrastructure like pipes.

The system can also convert green hydrogen generated by intermittent renewable sources into ammonia, another fuel that can be utilized to decarbonize fertilizers.

“In the future, we’re going to need green fuels because you can’t electrify a large ship or …