_______________________________________________________________________________________________ SAF technology
With theoretically unlimited feedstocks of
CO 2 and H 2
, PtL technology has the potential to revolutionize the SAF market , providing a scalable alternative that addresses the setbacks of biofuels . CO 2 is a widely available feedstock which we can be confident of having in the future and which we know how to clean , compress and transport safely . Green hydrogen is rapidly emerging as electrolyser technology scales , renewables continue to scale , and grids become greener , and we are seeing costs decrease .
As the demand for sustainable aviation fuel ( SAF ) grows , the landscape is evolving rapidly , presenting huge opportunities . Global mandates such as ReFuelEU and Singapore ’ s recent SAF levy demonstrate the rapid integration of SAF into mainstream aviation operations . Alongside expanding Power-to-Liquids ( PtL ) technology , SAF mandates and revenue certainty mechanisms , key components such as sites for SAF production plants with available feedstock , a robust supply chain , and access to engineering talent are crucial for achieving widespread adoption . ■
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Andrew Symes www . oxccu . com
Andrew Symes is CEO at OXCCU . OXCCU ’ s sustainable aviation fuel ( SAF ), called OXEFUEL , is created by combining captured carbon dioxide and renewably sourced green hydrogen using a novel iron-based catalyst . This innovative process results in a more cost-effective and decarbonized alternative to fossil-based Jet A fuel for commercial air travel .
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