Bia Energy Joins The Methanol Institute To Advance Low-Carbon Methanol Solutions

The Methanol Institute (MI) is pleased to welcome Bia Energy Operating Company LLC as a new member. Bia Energy is developing a cutting-edge low-carbon methanol production facility in Shreveport, Louisiana, with the capacity to produce approximately 550,000 metric tons (183 million gallons/692 million liters) of blue and bio-methanol annually. This facility will achieve a >93% reduction in CO_₂ emissions compared to conventional methanol production methods, marking a significant step in advancing sustainable energy solutions.

Greg Dolan, CEO of MI, said, “Bia Energy’s commitment to producing low-carbon methanol is a prime example of the innovation driving the industry forward. As a key transitional fuel, low-carbon methanol plays a vital role in the global energy transition by helping reduce emissions across industries. Their project not only supports the shift toward a more sustainable energy future, but also strengthens domestic manufacturing capabilities. We look forward to collaborating with Bia Energy to accelerate the growth of the low-carbon methanol sector.”

“Our company is excited to join the Methanol Institute. We look forward to working with MI and its member companies to advance the low-carbon methanol market. Our fully US-based operations combined with worldwide distribution partnerships will allow Bia to diversify the global impact of more sustainable and economically viable energy solutions. Our shovel-ready project at the Port of Caddo-Bossier underscores our commitment to jobs creation in the region and our ability to deliver competitive low carbon solutions to our prospective customers across a wide range of industries,” added Dr. Ana Rodriguez, CEO and Co-founder of Bia Energy.

The Shreveport facility will also produce blue hydrogen, which will be used on-site to fuel power generation and as feedstock for methanol production. With the FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) study completed and major permits secured, Bia Energy is set to make a significant contribution to the low-carbon economy.