Methanol is a cost-effective, liquid fuel alternative for power generation, particularly in remote regions which use diesel and are not situated near gas pipelines. Only minor modifications and expenditures are needed to adapt existing power plants and associated infrastructure to accommodate methanol as a fuel for power.

Methanol is a cleaner-burning fuel for power generation than diesel and can help meet environmental regulations and improve air quality. Methanol also offers utility fuel flexibility. Power plants operating on diesel that convert to methanol can run on either fuel.