In Massachusetts, Lydian announced the successful pilot demonstration of its technology for producing sustainable aviation fuel for commercial and defense applications. The pilot plant, which can produce up to 25 gallons of fuel per day, is located at RTI International in North Carolina. Lydian’s novel process uses captured CO2, water, and renewable electricity to produce a drop-in alternative for today’s fossil-based jet fuel, with up to 95% lower emissions, the company said. “In less than three years, we’ve moved from concept to pilot, which marks a pivotal step towards our long-term goal of decarbonizing aviation,” said Joe Rodden, CEO and co-founder of Lydian. “This pilot showcases the viability of our novel technology to produce SAF and our ability to scale towards commercial production in record time.” Lydian’s first commercial-scale demonstration plant is expected to be operational in 2027 with a full-scale commercial plant deployment in 2030 capable of 20 million gallons per year.
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