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Alaska Airlines enables guests to support SAF while earning Elite-Qualifying Miles

Alaska Airlines enables guests to support SAF while earning Elite-Qualifying Miles

November 5, 2024 |

In Alaska, Alaska Airlines has brought back the opportunity for loyal guests to earn their elite status by supporting sustainable aviation fuels following a successful test last year. The program provides guests with the ability to take action on their travel-related carbon emissions by purchasing SAF credits while also earning Elite-Qualifying Miles (EQMs). Through December […]

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Deutsche Aircraft and RTX’s Pratt & Whitney Canada collaborate to ensure 100% SAF readiness for the D328eco

Deutsche Aircraft and RTX’s Pratt & Whitney Canada collaborate to ensure 100% SAF readiness for the D328eco

November 5, 2024 |

In Canada, Deutsche Aircraft and Pratt & Whitney Canada, announced the conclusion of a series of five emission and contrail measurement flights on a D328 UpLift research aircraft using a fully synthetic Fischer-Tropsch fuel, preparing for the use of future sustainable aviation fuels produced using Power-to-Liquid (PtL) technology. The test flight on this synthetic fuel […]

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Cathay Pacific says SAF needs Hong Kong government push

Cathay Pacific says SAF needs Hong Kong government push

November 5, 2024 |

In Hong Kong, The Star reported that local airline Cathay Pacific said that more government pressure is needed for Hong Kong’s aviation sector to meet its climate goals, even as uptake of sustainable aviation fuel has risen from a low base thanks to corporate support. “Regulators have a key role to play for a level […]

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Vast and GGS Energy partner to bring CSP-powered green methanol and SAF to the US

Vast and GGS Energy partner to bring CSP-powered green methanol and SAF to the US

November 5, 2024 |

In Texas, Vast Renewables Limited announced it has signed a development services agreement with GGS Energy to pursue a commercial-scale synthetic fuels project in the Southwest United States. Project Bravo, Vast’s first deployment in the U.S., will see Vast’s CSP v3.0 technology used to generate carbon free heat and electricity to power a co-located refinery […]

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easyJet, Aibus ink partnership to boost SAF adoption

easyJet, Aibus ink partnership to boost SAF adoption

November 5, 2024 |

In the UK, BTN reported that low-cost airline easyJet and aircraft manufacturer Airbus are to trial a new corporate partnership which aims to boost the production of alternative aviation fuels. The duo said the initiative would examine how airlines and corporates can share the cost of alternative fuels in a “mutually beneficial way” to create […]

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New study shows potential for SAF production in New Zealand

New study shows potential for SAF production in New Zealand

November 5, 2024 |

In New Zealand, Air New Zealand and LanzaJet have announced the preliminary findings from a study into using woody waste residues and low-value wood products in New Zealand to produce sustainable aviation fuel. The study found that using domestically grown woody waste for SAF has the potential to contribute hundreds of millions of dollars to […]

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California state government announces partnership with airlines on SAF

California state government announces partnership with airlines on SAF

November 1, 2024 |

In California, the Government of California state announced a new agreement between Airlines 4 America (A4A) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB), which will significantly reduce carbon emissions by accelerating the use of sustainable aviation fuels for flights within the state.  The agreement sets a goal of increasing the availability of sustainable aviation fuel […]

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OptiFILL+ gets USDA Certified Biobased Product Label 

OptiFILL+ gets USDA Certified Biobased Product Label 

November 1, 2024 |

In Pennsylvania, Preferred Sands announced that OptiFILL+, its Antimicrobial Coated Sand infill, has been awarded the USDA Certified Biobased Product label.  With over 40% biobased content, OptiFILL+ offering a sustainable solution for sports fields, landscaping, and pet applications, the firm said. The USDA BioPreferred Program certifies products that contain a significant percentage of biobased materials, […]

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EverWind Fuels Awarded $16 million investment from Canada for clean port and green fuels hub

EverWind Fuels Awarded $16 million investment from Canada for clean port and green fuels hub

November 1, 2024 |

In Canada, EverWind Fuels said it has been awarded $16 million through Transport Canada’s Green Shipping Corridor Fund, marking a significant milestone in establishing Atlantic Canada as a premier hub for green hydrogen and ammonia production and transportation. The firm noted that this strategic investment will support critical marine and shore-side infrastructure development at EverWind’s […]

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Matteco secures $16.3 million to expand production of green hydrogen materials

Matteco secures $16.3 million to expand production of green hydrogen materials

November 1, 2024 |

In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that Spanish company Matteco has closed a $16.3 million Series A investment round backed by a group of national and international family offices, including Grupo ASV (Spain), Napali (Chile) and Zubi (Spain), with the aim of boosting the production of its materials for green hydrogen. The report noted that […]

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