- The project aims to produce 10,000 tonnes of CO2-neutral kerosene annually by 2026.
- The plant will use Fischer-Tropsch synthesis to convert green hydrogen and biogenic CO2 into sustainable aviation fuel.
- Hamburg's proximity to renewable energy sources and aviation industry makes it an ideal location.
- Emirates Airline has shown interest in using the produced PtL kerosene.
Project Overview
Under the name "Green Fuels Hamburg," Uniper, Siemens Energy, Airbus, and Sasol ecoFT are exploring the feasibility of producing sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) in Germany. The project aims to cover the entire value chain to produce CO2-neutral kerosene, known as power-to-liquid (PtL) kerosene.
Support and Collaboration
The project is supported by the Technical University of Hamburg (TUHH) as a consultant partner, along with the Hamburg Senate (BWI, BUKEA) and Hamburg Airport. Emirates Airline has also expressed interest in using the PtL kerosene produced.
Production Goals
"Green Fuels Hamburg" aims to produce at least 10,000 tonnes of green kerosene annually by 2026. This would meet 20% of the blending quota for PtL kerosene specified by the German government in its PtL roadmap from 2026.
Location and Technology
Hamburg is an ideal location for this project due to its proximity to renewable energy sources and its strong aviation industry. A large-scale commercial plant for producing green hydrogen from offshore wind-generated electricity is planned for Hamburg Billbrook. The PtL fuels plant will use the Fischer-Tropsch (FT) synthesis process to produce sustainable aviation fuel from green hydrogen and processed biogenic carbon dioxide.
Environmental Impact
The CO2-neutral PtL kerosene produced will be certified for use as aviation fuel. "Green Fuels Hamburg" aims to pioneer PtL production in Germany and support Hamburg's ambitions to build a sustainable economy based on renewable energy sources.
