European Energy has successfully produced the first e-methanol at its Kassø Power-to-X facility, marking a significant milestone in the commercial-scale production of sustainable fuels. The first batch was generated using biogenic CO₂ sourced locally from the Tønder Biogas facility, combined with green hydrogen produced on-site.
The Kassø facility, the world’s first and largest commercial e-methanol plant, will now ramp up production. Once fully operational in Q2 2025, it will have the capacity to produce 42,000 tonnes of e-methanol annually, powered by 52.5 MW of electrolysis capacity and utilizing renewable energy from the nearby Kassø Solar Park, both developed and operated by European Energy.
A Breakthrough for Power-to-X and Industrial Decarbonization
Emil Vikjær-Andresen, EVP and Head of Power-to-X at European Energy, emphasized the project’s importance:
“We are thrilled to have produced the first e-methanol at our Kassø facility. This is a pivotal moment in a journey that began four years ago. The lessons learned will enable us to refine the process, improve efficiencies, and reduce costs for future projects.”
He further highlighted the broader impact:
“This proves that Power-to-X offers a practical, scalable solution to decarbonize industries that cannot rely on direct electrification.”
The milestone follows the facility’s successful green hydrogen production launch in January 2025. By integrating hydrogen with biogenic CO₂, the plant’s methanol loop—designed and constructed by European Energy—has now been successfully activated, demonstrating the facility’s full capability.
Advancing the Green Energy Transition
The Kassø Power-to-X facility represents a major step forward in the transition to renewable fuels, providing a sustainable alternative to fossil-based methanol for industries such as shipping, aviation, and chemical manufacturing.
With full-scale operations expected in the coming months, European Energy is setting a new benchmark for the commercial viability of e-methanol production—a crucial component of global decarbonization efforts.
