Eni outlook flags regulatory uncertainty as main barrier to maritime decarbonization
E•An outlook published by Eni, Fincantieri and RINA identifies regulatory uncertainty as the biggest barrier to investment in maritime decarbonization. It projects emissions intensity will fall 80% in Europe and around 40% globally by 2050 from 2020 levels.
1. Outlook on maritime emissions
An outlook published by Eni, Fincantieri and RINA identifies regulatory uncertainty as the biggest barrier to investment in maritime decarbonization. Its reference scenario projects emissions intensity falling 80% in Europe by 2050 from 2020 levels, compared with around 40% globally.
2. Fuel options and policy
The outlook says a global International Maritime Organization agreement remains postponed, while countries representing almost 90% of tonnage support a more gradual transition. LNG and biofuels are described as viable near- and medium-term options; synthetic fuels remain essential for net zero but face high costs and an underdeveloped supply chain.
