Green Carbon Development Chooses Axens Vegan® for Texas Renewable Fuels Facility

Key highlights
  • The Jasper project is designed for a capacity of 10,500 barrels per stream day.
  • The facility will produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Renewable Diesel.
  • Axens will provide technology license, catalysts, and technical services.
  • Process Technical Services leads the project with expertise in plant design and operations.

Project Overview

Green Carbon Development, led by Process Technical Services (PTS), has selected Axens Vegan® technology for its new renewable fuels facility in Texas. The Jasper project is designed to produce 10,500 barrels per stream day (BPSD) of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Renewable Diesel (RD).

Technology and Capabilities

The facility will utilize the Vegan® hydroprocessing solution, allowing flexible production of SAF and RD. This dual capability supports evolving market demands and maximizes carbon abatement in the transportation sector.

Collaboration and Expertise

PTS will leverage its extensive experience in plant design, operations, and startup services. The project will also benefit from expertise in agricultural sourcing and feedstock logistics provided by a designated feedstock partner.

Axens' Role

Axens will supply the technology license, catalysts, proprietary equipment, operator training, and technical services. With a history of innovation in renewable fuels, Axens' Vegan® solution is a recognized pathway for producing SAF and HVO via the HEFA process.

Source: Axens

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