September 14, 2026 [Demeter Energy]- Demeter Energy today announced continued advancement of development activities for a commercial-scale biomethanol production and carbon capture facility in Manatee County, Florida. The project is designed to convert sustainably sourced biomass into approximately 100,000 metric tons of low-carbon biomethanol annually while capturing and permanently sequestering approximately 200,000 metric tons of biogenic carbon dioxide (CO₂) each year.
As global industries accelerate efforts to achieve net-zero emissions, demand for low-carbon fuels and carbon management solutions continues to grow. Biomethanol is emerging as a critical fuel for decarbonizing maritime transportation and a key feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel and low-carbon chemical production. Demeter Energy’s project is being developed to serve these rapidly expanding markets while creating measurable environmental and economic value.
The facility is expected to strengthen Manatee County’s position as a strategic energy and logistics hub. By establishing a commercial market for biomass resources generated throughout Florida and the Southeastern United States, the project has the potential to stimulate investment across transportation, waste management, forestry, renewable fuels, and carbon management sectors. Its location at SeaPort Manatee is expected to support increased cargo activity, attract complementary industrial development, and create new economic opportunities for the region.
“The transition to a net-zero economy requires scalable projects that can deliver both emissions reductions and economic growth,” said Tom Walklett, Chief Executive Officer of Demeter Energy. “SeaPort Manatee offers the infrastructure, logistics capabilities, and market access needed to support a world-class biomethanol and carbon capture project. Our objective is to develop a proven platform that can be replicated in additional markets, helping accelerate the deployment of low-carbon fuels while creating long-term value for investors, communities, and industry.”
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