MAN Energy Solutions: Pioneering Decarbonization
At MAN Energy Solutions, we pioneer solutions for the world’s largest industries, engineering change for the better. For more than 250 years, we have brought about some of the most impactful innovations in advanced engineering and complex systems always considering a challenge within the larger context and searching for solutions that advance sustainable progress for all.
This experience has prepared us well for what is, without a doubt, our biggest challenge yet: Together with our customers, we are determined to make the fight against climate change the future of our business growth. Catering to sectors that are essential to the world economy, we offer systems to bring down emissions that are considered hard to abate.
We are radically rethinking the status quo and our own product portfolio, dedicating ourselves to being pioneers of decarbonization in shipping, energy and industrial production. From future-facing key technologies to industry-leading digital solutions and a continuously developing core portfolio – we have the experience, the technology and the passion to get this job done.
We have the opportunity to decarbonize industries that are crucial for the world economy. That’s why we get out of bed every morning.
Our decarbonization mission in figures
Together with our customers, we are determined to make the fight against climate change the future of our business growth. To achieve net zero emissions by 2050, we must reduce emissions by two thirds in this decade.
Frequently asked questions
What is decarbonization?
Why is decarbonization important?
As decarbonization is directly linked to climate change, it helps to reduce the temperature rise and other casualties related to the emission of greenhouse gases. By integrating decarbonization into your workflows, you contribute to lowering emissions, and work more sustainably.
What are decarbonization benefits?
Benefits of decarbonization are:
- Reduction of greenhouse gases
- Improving energy efficiency
- Reliance on renewable energies that won’t vanish in the future
- Enhancement of your reputation and brand image
How does decarbonization work?
Decarbonization works differently depending on the decarbonization strategy and the circumstances. Some industries work best with alternative fuels in engines, like methanol or ammonia. Others use solar panels or wind energy directly. Generally speaking, you substitute fossil fuel with renewable energy. Most of the time, that’s done step by step, continuously reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases until you don’t produce any.
What is decarbonization technology?
Examples of decarbonization technology are direct electrification, green hydrogen, Power-to-X and heat pumps.
Green Hydrogen, for example, is crucial for decarbonization. It has the possibility of becoming the main future fuel for ships or power plants.
Decarbonization in the industry
MAN Energy Solutions offers dedicated technologies for the different industries.
Decarbonization in shipping can be achieved through the use of synthetic fuels generated from renewable energy sources.
For decarbonization in the energy sector, Power-to-X is a common example, as well as low-emission engine technologies such as combined heat and power plants.
Decarbonization in the industrial sector is especially connected to carbon capture and storage (CCS). MAN Energy Solutions provides technologies for small- and large-scale industrial plants to reduce emissions
Articles about decarbonization with MAN Energy Solutions
Learn more about how MAN Energy Solutions pursues decarbonization.
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Gas engine power plant in Chemnitz
Find out how two gas engine power plants in Chemnitz, Germany, are cutting CO2 emissions by 60 percent and paving the path for a carbon-free future.
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Methanol fueled ships
Sustainable shipping starts now. Find out more about the first large-scale engines for container ships run on green methanol.
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Haru Oni e-fuels
The Haru Oni demonstration plant could pave the way for a viable alternative to fossil fuels: It produces synthetic e-fuels from hydrogen that can help the fight against climate change. MAN Energy Solutions provided the e-methanol reactor to the plant.
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Esbjerg Heat Pump
How a seaport town in Denmark is decarbonizing district heating with seawater and large-scale industrial heat pumps.
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Upgrading your fleet for future fuels
MAN Energy Solutions experts on the climate impact and business case for converting ships to dual-fuel engine operation.
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The hydrogen electrolyzer pioneer
Under new leadership, PEM electrolysis pioneer H-TEC SYSTEMS is scaling up electrolyzer production to meet the growing demand for green hydrogen.
Our innovative portfolio for your decarbonization
Our portfolio helps customers reduce emissions, use energy more efficiently, and leverage green fuel alternatives. With a wide range of key future technologies, industry-leading digitalization services, and a broad portfolio of products made to last, we are well-equipped to provide sustainable answers to today’s climate challenges.
Read about our latest developements
Decarbonization is a multifaceted topic. Learn more about the newest decarbonization processes and strategies, and how MAN Energy Solutions is contributing to a green, carbon-neutral future.
MAN 175D Biofuel-Ready
MAN Energy Solutions has announced that its MAN 175D engine is formally approved for operation on biofuels, effective immediately. This applies to all standard biofuels such as HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) and FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Ester) fuels up to a content of 100%. Crucially, the engine itself does not require any technical adjustments, following the announcement.
Florian Keiler, Head of High-Speed Sales, MAN Energy Solutions, said: “MAN Energy Solutions prepares its engines for operation on future and sustainable fuels and the MAN 175D is no exception. Several such units have been running on up to B30 biofuel in commercial, as well as governmental, applications for several years already where our experience has been very good and shown that the 175D does not suffer any loss in performance even when using these fuels. Due to its state-of-the-art design, just a few engine components are subject to slightly higher wear, depending on the amount of biofuel and the duration of operation. For uninterrupted engine operation, only minor adaptations of the fuel-treatment system are necessary.”
Due to the lower energy content of FAME fuels, the engine’s Maximum Continuous Rating would drop if no correction measures were applied. Therefore, MAN Energy Solutions has developed a solution that allows the correction of the load by means of a Fuel Adaption Control ensuring full MCR power, also when operating with 100% FAME fuels.
About the MAN 175D engine
MAN Energy Solutions developed the MAN 175D engine range to supplement and complete its product portfolio in the maritime sector. In three variants of 12, 16 and 20 cylinders, the engine is available with an output ranging from 1,500 to 4,400 Kilowatts and is optimised for propelling ferries, offshore supply vessels, tug boats and other working vessels. Other market areas, such as super-yachts and naval marine applications, are also served by additional, specialist model versions.
It is also an extremely eco-friendly engine, being designed from the outset with compliance to the latest, as well as future, exhaust-gas-emission requirements and utilises a very compact and flexible SCR system, which enables vessel designers to optimise space aboard to the maximum.
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Group Communications & MarktingMAN Energy SolutionsTeglholmsgade 412450 Copenhagen SVDenmark
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