TAKE-OFF project’s Post

On 24 October, Peter Moser from our project partner RWT, presented the TAKE-OFF project at the #GHGT17 in Canada during the session 11A Thermochemical CO₂ Conversion. Peter’s presentation titled “From CO₂ and H₂ to sustainable aviation fuel - TAKE-OFF” shared important findings on the feasibility of the direct synthesis route from H₂ and CO₂ to synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (#eSAF) in comparison to the Fischer-Tropsch method. Early analysis shows that direct synthesis isn’t yet economically competitive, but there is promise in optimising processes - through advanced catalysts, control overreactions, and better utilisation of purge flows - to improve both cost-effectiveness and carbon efficiency. The EU’s #ReFuelEU regulation aims to boost synthetic aviation fuels by mandating minimum SAF quotas, sub quotas for synthetic fuels, and implementing strict penalties for non-compliance with ETS Aviation targets. With the phase-out of free allowances for aviation starting in 2024, support through the European Innovation Fund and further ETS allowances will help bridge the cost gap between SAF/eSAF and traditional kerosene. Peter also emphasised that a sustainable business case for eSAF requires a robust regulatory framework and long-term financial incentives. Ultimately, it’s up to society and businesses to invest in the costs today for the decarbonisation of the aviation sector. The GHGT-17 conference is the world’s leading forum for innovations in greenhouse gas reduction, focusing on carbon capture and utilisation and carbon capture and storage (#CCU and #CCS). This event brings together top researchers, industry experts, policymakers, and business leaders from around the world to explore cutting-edge low-carbon technology and mitigation strategies. #SustainableAviation #InnovationInAviation #ClimateAction

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