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New report highlights civil aviation’s socio-economic impact and the activity in support of SAF

New report highlights civil aviation’s socio-economic impact and the activity in support of SAF

December 10, 2024 |

In Illinois, the Air Transport Action Group released the latest edition of its Aviation: Benefits Beyond Borders report, which provides an in-depth look at the economic and social contributions of the global aviation sector and how it connects a globalised world.  The report outlines the activity underway across the aviation sector as it works towards […]

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SAF could eliminate nearly two-thirds of aviation emissions by 2050: report

SAF could eliminate nearly two-thirds of aviation emissions by 2050: report

December 10, 2024 |

In California, a new report by the Cleantech Group found that widespread use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could eliminate nearly two-thirds of aviation industry emissions by 2050 Currently, such uptake is cost-effective for long-haul flights, but not for flights of shorter duration. Use of SAF in long-haul flights — which account for only 6.2% […]

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Kentucky launches feedstock risk assessment survey for SAF

Kentucky launches feedstock risk assessment survey for SAF

December 10, 2024 |

In Kentucky, the University of Kentucky Center for Applied Energy Research and the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet have launched a survey as part of a collaborative Biomass Feedstock for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Project, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s State Energy Program. The survey will assess the risk associated with representative feedstocks that […]

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Phillips 66, United Airlines sign SAF supply agreement for Chicago O’Hare, LAX

Phillips 66, United Airlines sign SAF supply agreement for Chicago O’Hare, LAX

December 10, 2024 |

In Illinois, Phillips 66 will supply sustainable aviation fuel  to United Airlines at Chicago O’Hare International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport, under an agreement just signed.  Phillips 66 will supply United Airlines with 3 million gallons of SAF for use at ORD. This agreement includes the potential to increase the supply to 8 million […]

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IEEFA study gives thumbs up to impact of South Korea SAF mandate

IEEFA study gives thumbs up to impact of South Korea SAF mandate

December 10, 2024 |

In South Korea, a new report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis highlights the importance of developing a domestic sustainable aviation fuel supply chain and addressing associated challenges and risks for South Korea to capitalize on market opportunities. South Korea, the world’s largest exporter of jet fuel, has implemented an SAF mandate, […]

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Asian Development Bank, SAFCO ink deal for SAF project in Pakistan

Asian Development Bank, SAFCO ink deal for SAF project in Pakistan

December 10, 2024 |

In Pakistan, the  Asian Development Bank and SAFCO Venture Holdings Limited signed a landmark $86.2 million financial package to finance the construction and operation of a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility in Sheikhupura, Pakistan, the first private sector-led SAF initiative in Asia and the Pacific. The financing includes $41.2 million from ADB’s ordinary capital resources […]

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Avfuel’s SAF deliveries reach Florida

Avfuel’s SAF deliveries reach Florida

December 10, 2024 |

In Florida, Avfuel Corporation announced the first delivery of blended sustainable aviation fuelout of Port Everglades as Naples Aviation accepted Avfuel’s delivery of SAF on December 10, 2024. It marked the fuel supplier’s first network location to commit to consistent SAF inventory out of this new supply point. It proved to be a monumental moment […]

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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Topsoe and the global transition to SAF

The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Topsoe and the global transition to SAF

December 10, 2024 |

This one is a  presentation about Topsoe’s role in the global transition to sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). The presentation highlights Topsoe’s commitment to developing and providing technologies for producing SAF, emphasizing their 80-year history of innovation and leadership in the chemical industry. The key themes are Topsoe’s commitment to a net-zero future, their SAF pathways […]

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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Arcadia eFuels

The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Arcadia eFuels

December 9, 2024 |

Arcadia eFuels, a company headquartered in Austin, Texas, is working to develop and operate large-scale facilities that produce eFuels like eSAF, eDiesel, and eNaphtha. They believe eFuels are a key solution for decarbonizing the energy sector and transitioning to a cleaner future. The company emphasizes the urgency of scaling up eFuel production to meet the […]

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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Ariel Green

The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Ariel Green

December 5, 2024 |

This presentation deck is an overview of Ariel Green, a division of Ariel Re, a Lloyd’s of London syndicate focused on providing Technology Performance Insurance (TPI) for clean energy projects. Ariel Green offers investment-grade policies backed by strong financial ratings and a capacity of up to $150 million per risk. These policies provide long-term, non-cancellable […]

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