Proman Advances Methanol as Transition Fuel for Caribbean Energy Security
Proman, a Switzerland-based company, is repositioning methanol as a lower-emission transition fuel to reduce reliance on high-carbon fuels. The company has established Power32 to develop methanol-to-power solutions, targeting Caribbean island states dependent on imported diesel and heavy fuel oil.
Initial initiatives include the operation of six methanol-powered tankers and a pilot project with Dumore Enterprises for 100% methanol-fueled trucks. Methanol aims to provide a cleaner fuel option for power generation in regions lacking gas resources, addressing energy security concerns amid volatile fuel prices.
Power32 plans to offer long-term pricing stability for methanol, making it competitive with diesel, and seeks to capitalize on existing infrastructure for quicker deployment. The strategy aligns with Trinidad and Tobago's goal to restore its role as the Caribbean's energy hub, potentially transforming methanol into a regional energy supply source.
