‘Fuel made from air’: Japan achieved carbon-neutral fuel breakthrough but paused the project at a surprising moment

Japan’s ENEOS Corporation successfully produced synthetic fuel from air and hydrogen, a breakthrough for hard-to-electrify sectors like aviation. Despite proving the concept, the project was paused due to high costs and scaling challenges. This reflects a global trend where e-fuels face economic hurdles, highlighting the ongoing quest for affordable, scalable clean energy solutions.