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The Story of the GeFP Green Methanol Corridor: Circular Economy in Action

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The Story of the GeFP Green Methanol Corridor: Circular Economy in Action

Join us for an episode of the H₂ Dialogue: Fuelling the Future podcast series where Jackwell Feris, Director and Sector head: Industrials, Manufacturing & Trade will be in conversation with experts on the cutting-edge hydrogen economy in South Africa.

30 May 2025 35:52 Minutes Podcast
The Story of the GeFP Green Methanol Corridor: Circular Economy in Action

The Story of the GeFP Green Methanol Corridor: Circular Economy in Action

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The Story of the GeFP Green Methanol Corridor: Circular Economy in Action

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In this inaugural episode, Jackwell features Chris Heinermann, Chief Commercial Officer and co-founder of Green eFuels Producers (GeFP).

Chris shares insights into GFP’s innovative circular economy project, Green Hydrogen Methanol Corridor set in Gauteng. This catalyst project leverages wastewater treatment by-products to produce e-methanol and green hydrogen derivatives, with wide-reaching economic and environmental benefits for the province and the country.

Join Jackwell and Chris as they unpack the policy frameworks, financing challenges, and the scalable, inclusive approach that could redefine reindustrialisation in Africa.

Watch the videocast below or click here to listen to the podcast.

 

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