Partnership Enhances Emissions Control Technology for Maritime Vessels

e1Marine and STAX Engineering have partnered to advance emissions capture and control technology for ocean-going vessels. This collaboration involves combining e1Marine’s methanol-to-hydrogen power systems (M2PWR) with STAX’s emissions capture and control technology. The goal is to demonstrate the safety, effectiveness, and sustainability of emissions capture and control for maritime vessels by installing e1Marine’s M2PWR onto STAX’s barges to supplement their onboard power needs.

STAX already offers CARB-compliant capture and control technology for certain vessel classes. Their patented technology can easily attach to auxiliary and boiler exhausts across all vessel classes without modification, removing 99% of particulate matter and 95% of NOx before releasing purified gas. This technology aims to significantly reduce emissions from maritime vessels and contribute to a cleaner environment.

Funded by the South Coast AQMD and California Air Resources Board as part of California Climate Investments, this project is a part of a statewide program that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The South Coast AQMD is the grant administrator and is collaborating with STAX and e1Marine on the technology demonstration project, which is set to be deployed in early 2025. This initiative highlights the importance of developing innovative solutions to address emissions from maritime transportation and combat climate change.

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