Optimising next-generation sustainable aviation fuel
Summary
Up to 70% of global emissions from the aviation industry can be reduced if fossil fuels are replaced by SAF derived from feedstocks that include waste. In contrast to some of the fuels available on the market, this SAF will be derived from feedstocks that neither compete with food production nor lead to deforestation, with minimal freshwater and land requirements. Besides bringing vital scientific and engineering expertise to this project, CPI will offer capabilities in gas fermentation at its open-access facility. This facility has both process and safety controls, ensuring the composition of the gas mix is optimal for the growth of the microorganism under study and, importantly, also maintained within the defined safe operating window. The outcomes of this project could help us produce commercially viable and greener SAF to help meet net zero targets.” Dr Grant Dench, at Drochaid Research Centre, added: “Drochaid Research Services Ltd is glad to bring extensive experience and expertise in catalytic processes to support CPI and the University of Nottingham on the development of these technologies aiming to support the net zero aviation strategy and contribute to the UK’s transition towards a low carbon future.”