SAFmaps

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from international flights, aiming for a 50% reduction by 2050 compared to 2005 levels, with a focus on carbon-neutral growth from 2020. Achieving these goals involves improving aircraft fuel efficiency, enhancing operations, and integrating Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). SAF, especially derived from sugarcane residues, presents a significant opportunity for short-term GHG reductions. The production of SAF from sugarcane residues like straw and bagasse offers a promising path due to their high lignocellulosic content and Brazil's extensive sugarcane industry. In Brazil, the potential availability of sugarcane residues is estimated at around 61 million tons (dry basis), with the South-Central region, particularly São Paulo State, accounting for over 90% of this supply. This region's high concentration of sugarcane mills and refineries supports both the production and logistical advantages of SAF production. For SAF production, the Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) pathway could produce up to 6.5 billion liters of SAF, while the Fischer-Tropsch (FT) pathway could yield 2.12 billion liters. Strategic placement of processing plants near feedstock sources and high Jet A demand locations, such as São Paulo, is crucial for efficient SAF production and distribution. To explore the data, access the full report at www.safmaps.com This work was developed by Agroicone in partnership with SAFmaps. Project Coordination: Marcelo Moreira Researcher: Gabriela Mota Scientific Advisor: Joaquim Seabra Universidade Estadual de Campinas #SAFmaps #SustainableAviation #SAF #Bioenergy #GreenTechnology #Aviation #SustainableAviationFuel #BoeingCompany #GHGmitigation; #biofuels; #sustainability #bioenergy #CORSIA #GHGemissions; #landuse #Agroicone #teamboeing #Unicamp

Brazil offers significant potential for the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) through the conversion of ethanol produced by fermenting off-gases from the steel refining process. This novel technology, which has reached commercial scale, represents a promising way to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from aviation. Steel mills using Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF) technology generate off-gases suitable for this process, making them strategic contributors to SAF production. In Brazil, approximately 85% of crude steel is produced by 12 steel mills using BOF technology, which could potentially supply 3.2% of current kerosene demand with SAF. Even focusing on just five steel mills, SAF production could meet 2.3% of current demand, underscoring the viability of this pathway. The geographic distribution of steel mills in Brazil is a key factor in the feasibility of SAF production. States such as Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo are key, accounting for 30.1%, 24.3% and 18.4% of potential SAF production, respectively. These regions are also home to major oil refineries and airports, facilitating the integration of SAF into existing supply chains. Although the diversion of off-gases for ethanol production may impact current energy use in steel mills, the strategic benefits to both the aviation and steel industries underscore the importance of this pathway for sustainable development. To explore the data, access the full report at www.safmaps.com This work was developed by Agroicone in partnership with SAFmaps. Project Coordination: Marcelo Moreira Researcher: Gabriela Mota Scientific Advisor: Joaquim Seabra Universidade Estadual de Campinas #SAFmaps #SustainableAviation #SAF #Bioenergy #GreenTechnology #Aviation #SustainableAviationFuel #BoeingCompany #GHGmitigation; #biofuels; #sustainability #bioenergy #CORSIA #GHGemissions; #landuse #Agroicone #teamboeing #Unicamp

In Brazil, the use of used cooking oil (UCO) can contribute to the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). On SAFmaps, you can find the geographical availability of UCO in Brazil, highlighting the Southeast region as an area of particularly high potential due to its population density and concentrated industrial activity. This region not only has the largest oil refineries in the country but also consumes the majority of Jet A, the fuel used in aviation. The estimated total capacity of UCO available in Brazil ranges from 35,000 to 211,000 tons, considering both residential and food service collection. With this amount of feedstock, it would be possible to produce between 18.4 and 111.3 million liters of SAF, which corresponds to approximately 0.3% to 1.5% of the total Jet A demand consumed in Brazil in recent years. Strategically integrating SAF production plants near oil refineries and airports emerges as a viable logistical solution to maximize the efficient use of UCO as a feedstock. This proximity would not only reduce the transportation costs of UCO, but also optimize the production process by leveraging existing infrastructure for fuel processing and distribution. Besides the direct environmental benefits, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, utilizing UCO for SAF production can also generate positive economic impacts by creating new investment and employment opportunities in regions near refineries and airports. This would boost the local economy and contribute to the diversification and sustainability of the renewable energy sector in Brazil. However, for these benefits to fully materialize, robust public policies and consolidated supply chains that encourage efficient UCO collection and processing are essential. Recent initiatives, such as incentivized collection programs in supermarkets and restaurants, are positive steps in this direction, but there is still a long way to go to achieve a fully developed and effective UCO collection and recycling infrastructure across the country. The production of SAF not only aligns Brazil with global aviation emission reduction goals but also positions the country as an emerging leader in the transition to a low-carbon economy by sustainably and innovatively leveraging its natural and industrial resources. To explore the data, access the full report at www.safmaps.com. This work was developed by Agroicone in partnership with SAFmaps. Project Coordination: Marcelo Moreira Researcher: Gabriela Mota Scientific Advisor: Joaquim Seabra Universidade Estadual de Campinas #SAFmaps #SustainableAviation #SAF #Bioenergy #GreenTechnology #Aviation #SustainableAviationFuel #BoeingCompany #GHGmitigation; #biofuels; #sustainability #bioenergy #CORSIA #GHGemissions; #landuse #Agroicone #teamboeing #Unicamp

Civil aviation is facing the critical challenge of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and SAFs represent an innovative response to this energy transition. In a special audio interview, Dr. Arnaldo Walter, coordinator of SAFMAPS at Universidade Estadual de Campinas, explores how these fuels, produced from renewable sources, can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 90% compared to conventional kerosene. With the aviation sector responsible for up to 2.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions, there is an urgent need for sustainable solutions. From 2027 onwards, international regulations will mandate significant reductions in emissions from international flights, which will drive the adoption of SAFs by airlines. Brazil, with its productive potential, can lead this global movement. The combination of abundant natural resources, scientific expertise, and institutional support places the country in a privileged position to drive the aviation industry towards sustainable fuels. Listen now to the interview with and discover more about the sustainable future of aviation: https://lnkd.in/emR4sDYJ Reporting: Silvio Anunciação Production: Patrícia Lauretti Audio: Octávio Silva Support: Ronei Thezolin #SAFmaps #SustainableAviation #SAF #Bioenergy #GreenTechnology #Aviation #SustainableAviationFuel #BoeingCompany #GHGmitigation; #biofuels; #sustainability #bioenergy #CORSIA #GHGemissions; #landuse #Agroicone #teamboeing #Unicamp

Check out another publication from the SAFmaps team. #SAFmapsScientificInsights💡 ✈ 🌱 The specific case study focused on assessing the economic feasibility of producing macaw palm oil for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) via the HEFA-SPK pathway, while identifying suitable sites for this production. Ten sites were identified as suitable for Macaw palm cultivation, with three identified as potential industrial units. The economic viability of SAF production was assessed based on estimated minimum selling prices (MSP), which ranged from 16.0 to 19.6 Euros per GJ (685 to 840 Euros per ton). The results indicate that commercial production of SAF from macaw palm is feasible, but will require substantial investment in genetic improvement, advanced agricultural practices, and large-scale implementation. It was also concluded that macaw palm production should be spatially diversified to mitigate the negative impacts of monoculture and minimize economic risks. Prioritizing production in degraded pasture areas can not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions induced by land use change (iLUC), but also improve sustainability. SAF production from macaw palm in Brazil is potentially viable, but requires significant investment and further development. Despite challenges related to scale and infrastructure, the potential for sustainable aviation fuel production is significant and promising. In addition, it is important to consider crop diversification to avoid monocultures and their negative impacts, and to improve transportation infrastructure to enable commercial production. Want to know more? Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eJadYdDb Universidade Estadual de Campinas . Boeing . Agroicone

The report also underscores Boeing's collaboration with Universidade Estadual de Campinas as a key initiative in Brazil. ✈ SAFMaps has entered its third phase, where our primary objective is to incorporate data that aligns with the pertinent CORSIA sustainability criteria. This phase includes case studies featuring carbon footprint assessments of various SAF production methods. #SAFmaps #SustainableAviation #SAFProduction #Bioenergy #CORSIA #Aviation #SustainableAviationFuel #Agroicone #teamboeing

We would like to congratulate our partner, Agroicone's associate researcher Marjorie Mendes Guarenghi, for achieving second place in the prestigious Pedro Scorza Award in the e-poster presentation category with her work "SAFmaps - a geospatial database for the sustainability assessment of aviation biofuels." The award was presented during the 3rd Congress of the Brazilian Network for Sustainable Aviation Biofuels and Hydrocarbons. This achievement is a well-deserved recognition of the hard work and dedication of Marjorie and the entire SAFmaps team: Arnaldo Walter, Joaquim Seabra, Marcelo Moreira, Luciane Chiodi, and João Maraccini. The award highlights SAFmaps as a significant contribution to the research and development of sustainable aviation fuels in Brazil. May this recognition inspire even more innovation and success in our journey. We are all very proud! #Sustainability #Biofuels #Innovation #Aviation #Research #SAFmaps #Congratulations #teamboeing

The SAFmaps platform was presented at the 3rd Congress of the Brazilian Network of Biokerosene and Sustainable Hydrocarbons Aviation (https://lnkd.in/dtzWR96h), an important event in the Brazilian scientific and technological landscape, held on June 17-19. This congress brought together experts and industry professionals to promote technological advances and strengthen the certification of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Our platform was presented by José Alexandre T. G. Fregnani, Ph.D MRAeS, Technical Manager at Boeing Research & Technology Brazil, during the round table "SAF Production: Technological Paths, Quality and Certification". This panel was also attended by Claudio Mota from UFRJ - Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Giovanni Fiori Tini from Geo bio gas&carbon, @João Moneratt from UFRJ - Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro and Rodrigo Freitas from Innospec Inc. Discover our platform: www.safmaps.com Universidade Estadual de Campinas . Boeing . Agroicone #SAFmaps #SustainableAviation #SAFProduction #Bioenergy #GreenTechnology #teamboeing

O 3º Congresso da Rede Brasileira de Bioquerosene e Hidrocarbonetos Sustentáveis para Aviação será realizado entre os dias 17 e 19 de junho de 2024 em Foz do Iguaçu-PR. Durante os três dias do evento, haverá apresentações de trabalhos técnico-científicos, tanto na forma oral quanto por meio de pôsteres. Com o objetivo de promover a interação entre os diversos stakeholders envolvidos na produção e uso de combustíveis sustentáveis para aviação (SAF), esse congresso vem contribuindo para o desenvolvimento do setor no país. Esse evento proporciona aos participantes a oportunidade de expandir seus conhecimentos, obter muitas informações e debater diversos assuntos relacionados ao tema. Além disso, o congresso visa impulsionar a indústria brasileira, estimulando o crescimento e a inovação nesse setor promissor. A Agroicone estará presente divulgando o SAFmaps, com a pesquisadora Marjorie Mendes Guarenghi, que apresentará um poster sobre o SAFMaps, uma plataforma com informações disponibilizadas por meio de mapas e um banco de dados sobre as matérias-primas brasileiras mais promissoras para a produção de SAF no Brasil, e suas cadeias de suprimento - um projeto de colaboração entre Unicamp, Boeing e Agroicone.

Check out the special report published by Estadão featuring the developers of SAFmaps. In the interview, experts emphasize that Brazil has great potential for the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) thanks to its diversity of raw materials and favorable climatic conditions. Plants such as palm oil, macaw oil, sugarcane, eucalyptus, soy, corn, and agave can be grown in the country to produce SAF, which is made from vegetable or animal oils and offers significant reductions in carbon emissions compared to traditional aviation kerosene. SAF production in Brazil is currently limited to laboratories, but global demand is high. SAF is considered critical to the decarbonization of the aviation sector, with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) predicting it will account for 65% of the sector's carbon emission reductions by 2050. SAFmaps identifies the best feedstocks for SAF production in Brazil. The results highlight the productivity of macaw oil, which contains 45% oil in its fruit, compared to 15% in soybeans. The study also shows that Brazil can use residues such as sugarcane bagasse, wood, beef tallow, and used cooking oil for SAF production. Companies such as Raízen are investing in SAF production and exporting ethanol to Europe, where it is converted into SAF. Raízen also plans to build new second-generation ethanol plants that use sugarcane straw and bagasse, avoiding competition with food production. Brazil is uniquely positioned to excel in SAF production due to its abundance of raw materials and vast areas of degraded pastureland that can be used for expansion. Experts believe the country can become a leader in the clean fuels sector and play a decisive role in the global SAF market. See the link for more details: https://lnkd.in/dWUDkxH8