Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) producer Firefly Green Fuels will construct the world’s first refinery that converts human waste into jet fuel. Firefly will establish the facility in Essex and expects to start supplying SAF in 2028. ✈️ The refinery in Harwich, a town approximately 86 miles (138 kilometers) from London, will turn biosolids from Anglian Water Services into SAF. Biosolids are organic materials that develop from treating sewage in a wastewater treatment facility. ✈️ Although SAF derived from sustainable sources can significantly reduce emissions, it is much more expensive than traditional jet fuel. Less than 0.5% of airlines’ current fuel consumption currently involves SAF. ✈️ Wizz Air has ordered up to 525,000 tons of Firefly’s SAF for its operations over the next 15 years. The UK subsidiary of the European low-cost carrier plans to have SAF comprise 10% of its operations by 2030. ✈️ Firefly COO Paul Hilditch said the UK has “enough biosolids [to produce] more than 200,000 tonnes of SAF” and that such facilities can “satisfy about half of the mandated SAF demand in 2030.” The company’s CEO, James Hygate, highlighted how turning sewage into fuel is a “cool” process. ✈️ Firefly’s next step is receiving approval by the Civil Aviation Authority for its SAF to be used in aircraft. The UK government requires airlines to have at least 10% of their fuel come from sustainable feedstocks by 2030. #sustainableaviationfuel #saf #biofuels #uk #unitedkingdom #firefly #wizzair #climatetech #sustainability #aviation
AeroXplorer’s Post
More Relevant Posts
-
On Wednesday, July 3, American Airlines Flight 3921 departed Chicago O-Hare (ORD) for Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) in New Hampshire. The roughly three-and-a-half-hour flight departed at 08:27 AM local time and was scheduled to arrive at 11:36 AM Eastern Time. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gFdhs3ks
-
-
Following a series of pressing hearings regarding its questionable manufacturing and oversight processes, Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge concerning two fatal crashes of its 737 MAX aircraft. Here is all you need to know regarding this massive aviation news headline. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g7m2yKzk
-
-
More than 30 passengers were injured after and Air Europa Boeing 787 hit severe turbulence off the coast of Brazil. The flight from Madrid to Uruguay diverted to Natal, Brazil to provide medical assistance to injured passengers. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gb9rEXXB
-
-
A worldwide popstar this famous should also go on world tours, which she has been doing since 2009, starting with the Fearless Tour. Swift has since embarked on five more world tours, with The Eras Tour currently ongoing and ending in December 2024. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gMU6wDax
-
-
In Europe, sports tourism is on the rise. Will local infrastructure be able to accommodate large amounts of visitors in the near future? Read more about the rise of sports tourism in Europe: https://lnkd.in/gS6NdreP
-
Australia is currently running into staffing issues at its airports, these issues could lead to higher risks with current staff being overworked. Read more about Australia's airport staffing issues: https://lnkd.in/gK3_TqHh
-
-
Delta Vacations is giving away a free trip to support Team USA at the Paris Olympics this summer. The Grand Prize includes: ✈️ Delta main cabin round-trip tickets for two ✈️ A 6-night stay at a 5-star hotel ✈️ Tickets for two to six Olympic Games sessions, including the Closing Ceremony Learn more about the contest, deadlines, and how to enter: https://lnkd.in/emqTTX2K
-
-
The world's largest passenger plane has (thankfully) never crashed. In the nearly two decades of A380 operations, the superjumbo has never suffered a fatal accident. Why is this? Does that make the A380 the world's safest aircraft? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eWpitGPM
-
-
Private aviation operator Desert Jet has partnered with Titan Aviation Fuels to incorporate sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) into its operations. The company aims to reduce its environmental impact while still providing charter services for its clients. ✈️ World Energy, LLC will produce the SAF, while TITAN Aviation Fuels will supply it to Desert Jet’s aircraft. According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), flights operated with 100% SAF can have up to 94% less emissions than traditional jet fuel. ✈️ SAF is an effective climate solution since it can be used in existing aircraft without additional modifications. The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) has confirmed that SAF meets the same safety and performance standards as traditional fuel. ✈️ Desert Jet CEO Jared Fox said that SAF can provide its clients “a renewable alternative fuel source for their aircraft through our Desert Jet Center FBO.” Titan Aviation Fuels’ Executive Vice President, Mike Allen, highlighted his excitement to supply SAF. ✈️ Desert Jet is adopting SAF amid increasing scrutiny over the environmental impact of private jets. The company is based at Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport (TRM), approximately 23 miles (37 kilometers) from Palm Springs. ✈️ This announcement came shortly before Coachella, which occurs from April 12-14 and April 19-21. Coachella is a popular time for private jets, with festival attendees often paying thousands to avoid sitting in traffic. #coachella #musictourism #privatejet #charterjet #charterflights #sustainability #palmsprings #saf #sustainableaviationfuel #fbo #privateaviation
-
