Honeywell introduces new technology for creating affordable and eco-friendly aviation fuel

Honeywell’s Breakthrough Technology to Revolutionize Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production

In a significant development for the aviation industry’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions, US-based Honeywell has unveiled a groundbreaking technology that promises to revolutionize the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). With airlines accounting for roughly 2.5% of global carbon emissions, the need for more sustainable alternatives to traditional jet fuel has never been more pressing.

Honeywell’s hydrocracking technology offers a solution to the challenges of limited feedstock availability and high production costs that have hindered the widespread adoption of SAF. By utilizing biomass as a feedstock, the new technology can produce 3-5% more SAF at a cost reduction of up to 20%, while also minimizing waste streams.

DG Fuels, a US-based company specializing in biofuels production, has already selected Honeywell’s technology for its upcoming SAF manufacturing facility in Louisiana. Once operational in 2028, the facility is expected to produce 13,000 barrels of SAF per day, supplying enough fuel for over 30,000 transatlantic flights annually.

Michael Darcy, CEO of DG Fuels, emphasized the significant impact this technology will have on reducing the carbon footprint of global air travel. With the aviation industry aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, Honeywell’s innovative approach to SAF production is a crucial step towards reaching this ambitious goal.

Honeywell’s track record in SAF production, dating back to 2016 with the Ecofining process, has positioned the company as a leader in the renewable fuels market. With over 50 sites globally licensing their SAF technologies, Honeywell is poised to play a key role in meeting the growing demand for sustainable aviation fuel and accelerating the transition to a more environmentally friendly aviation sector.