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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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.
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.
H-TEC SYSTEMS Establishes Manufacturing Facility for PEM Electrolysis Stacks to Produce Green Hydrogen
Attended by representatives from the local political and business communities, hydrogen specialist H-TEC SYSTEMS – a subsidiary of MAN Energy Solutions – has held the groundbreaking ceremony for its new production facility in Hamburg.
The H-TEC SYSTEMS Stack Manufacturing & Development Center will gather stack development, production and testing in one location, employing several hundred employees in the long term. As early as 2024, the new location will automate the production of PEM electrolysis stacks with a potential total electrolysis capacity of 5 gigawatts. The stacks will form the core of the PEM electrolysers, which are built at the company's headquarters in Augsburg.
Dr. Uwe Lauber, CEO of MAN Energy Solutions, said: “For a successful hydrogen ramp-up, we need to scale up from individual stack manufacture to automated series production, which is why we are breaking ground here today; I am very pleased that H-TEC SYSTEMS is at the forefront of this development. MAN Energy Solutions is investing 500 million euro into electrolyser manufacturing over the next few years to make H-TEC SYSTEMS one of the world's top three manufacturers.”
Hydrogen demand
Through the new site in Hamburg, H-TEC SYSTEMS is strengthening its position in the hydrogen market and making a decisive contribution to the global hydrogen ramp-up.
Robin von Plettenberg, CEO of H-TEC SYSTEMS, said: “The demand for industrial hydrogen solutions is continuously growing. With over 11,000 square metres of space for production and testing here, we are ideally positioned to cover future product generations in our new location and thus enable the global hydrogen ramp-up. For a smooth, highly available and cost-effective production of PEM electrolysers and stacks, it is also necessary – in addition to automated production – to align the relevant supply chains with the needs of electrolyser and electrolysis stack production.”
The construction of the automated factory is part of the PEP.IN research project, funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) through the flagship hydrogen project, H2Giga. The project aims to research novel processes for the competitive and mass production of PEM electrolysis stacks and electrolysers in order to make green hydrogen affordable and competitive. In addition to the proven S450 stacks, H-TEC SYSTEMS will also develop and produce a new, higher-performance generation of stacks in its Stack Manufacturing & Development Center.
H-TEC SYSTEMS states that it made a conscious decision in favour of the new location in Hamburg as a sign of its clear commitment to Germany as a production location. Furthermore, its supply chains for stack production are also based predominantly on German and European suppliers.
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