LanzaTech's Sustainable Aviation Fuel Endeavors in the UK
Key Ideas
- Secured a substantial £6.4 million grant from the UK government for sustainable aviation fuel production.
- Expanding with two commercial-scale plants, including DRAGON 1 in Port Talbot, South Wales.
- Received an additional £10 million for Project Speedbird through a 36% stake in LanzaJet.
- Utilizing innovative technology like gas fermentation and the Alcohol-to-Jet process for SAF production.
LanzaTech has been awarded a £6.4 million grant from the UK government's Advanced Fuels Fund to propel the development of two commercial-scale sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plants. These projects include DRAGON 1 in Port Talbot, South Wales, which will convert recycled carbon fuel ethanol into Advanced SAF using LanzaJet's Alcohol-to-Jet process. DRAGON 2, a Power-to-Liquid facility, will produce ethanol for SAF by transforming waste carbon dioxide and green hydrogen. Additionally, LanzaTech's 36% stake in LanzaJet's Project Speedbird received £10 million in funding. The company's CirculAir™ technology enables SAF production from various waste carbon sources. This strategic funding and expansion highlight the innovative approach of LanzaTech in contributing to sustainable aviation fuel production, backed by strong government support and technological advancements.
Topics
Aviation
Grant Funding
Government Support
Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Innovative Technology
Carbon Recycling
Commercial-scale Plants
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