- The Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council approved the Carbonshift PtL SAF refinery project.
- The refinery will have an annual production capacity of 14 kilotons of PtL SAF.
- The project received a £4.721M grant from the UK Department for Transport.
- The SAF produced can be blended with conventional jet fuel for immediate use.
Project Approval
The Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council has approved the plans for the Carbonshift PtL SAF refinery project at Teesworks in Tees Valley, England. This approval is a crucial step in the development of the refinery, which aims to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Production Capacity
The refinery is estimated to have an annual production capacity of fourteen kilotons, approximately five million gallons, of power-to-liquid (PtL) SAF once operational. This capacity will contribute significantly to the growing demand for sustainable aviation solutions.
Funding and Support
The project has been awarded a £4.721M grant from the UK Department for Transport's Advanced Fuels Fund competition. This funding supports the project's commitment to advancing sustainable aviation and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Strategic Importance
The Carbonshift PtL process is designed to produce SAF that can be seamlessly blended with conventional jet fuel, making it immediately usable with existing commercial aircraft engines. This aligns with the UK government's vision of having at least five commercial-scale SAF plants under construction by 2025.
Global Impact
The project also supports the international aviation community's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, contributing to a more sustainable future for global aviation.
