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A Company From California Develops And Patents E-Jet, A Revolutionary Fuel For Aviation Using CO2, Water And Renewable Energy, Promising To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions In The Aerospace Industry By Up To 90%
The Californian company Twelve is at the forefront of a sustainable revolution with the patent of E-Jet® SAF, an aviation fuel produced from carbon dioxide (CO₂), water, and renewable energy.
This technological innovation promises to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90%, presenting itself as a crucial solution for the decarbonization of the aviation sector, one of the largest CO₂ emitters in the world. With this technology, Twelve marks an important breakthrough in the development of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
Understanding Twelve’s Aviation Fuel Technology
Twelve has developed a carbon transformation technology that utilizes CO₂ captured directly from the air or from industrial sources, water, and renewable electricity to produce fuels, materials, and essential chemicals.
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This innovative process, developed in partnership with Emerging Fuels Technology, is a true game-changer in the fight against climate change, as the produced fuel, known as SAF, can be used in aircraft without the need for any adaptations to current airport or aircraft infrastructure.
This offers an immediate competitive advantage, as well as being a viable option for emissions reduction in the short term.
The Impact Of SAF
The SAF produced by Twelve is classified as a power-to-liquid (PtL) fuel, a type of synthetic fuel that meets the stringent specifications of ASTM International, the international standard for aviation fuels.
The great advantage of E-Jet® SAF is its ability to replace conventional petroleum-derived aviation fuel without requiring significant changes to existing systems. Additionally, the environmental impact is immense, with a reduction of up to 90% in greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional kerosene.
This type of innovation is crucial for the aviation industry, which currently accounts for about 2% to 3% of global CO₂ emissions.
As net-zero emissions targets approach and stringent European Union regulations come into effect, the demand for solutions like SAF has increased rapidly. Without alternatives like SAF, it would be nearly impossible to reduce the aviation carbon footprint, especially in a scenario where the demand for flights continues to grow.
The Construction Of Twelve’s First Commercial E-Jet® SAF Plant
To scale its production, Twelve has begun building its first commercial SAF production facility in Moses Lake, Washington. This plant will be a milestone for the industry, with an initial capacity to produce 800 liters of aviation fuel per day, equivalent to about 151 thousand liters per year.
Commercial SAF production is expected to begin in mid-2024, with plans to rapidly increase capacity to meet the growing demand from the aviation industry for cleaner fuels.
In addition to the environmental impact, this project also brings significant economic benefits to the Moses Lake region. During the construction phase, about 200 jobs will be created, and once operational, the plant will generate permanent jobs in the clean energy sector, solidifying Moses Lake as a hub of innovation and sustainability in aviation.
Advantages Of E-Jet® SAF Compared To Biofuels
Most sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) currently on the market are biofuels, produced from biological feedstocks such as used vegetable oils, corn, or municipal waste.
However, Twelve’s E-Jet® SAF is different. This aviation fuel is made through electrochemical processes that convert CO₂, water, and renewable electricity, without the need for agricultural feedstock. This makes it a more sustainable long-term option, as it does not compete with agricultural land use nor depends on specific crops that could limit its future production.
Additionally, the E-Jet is significantly more resource-efficient: it uses up to 30 times less land and 1,000 times less water compared to traditional biofuels. In an increasingly scarce global resource scenario, these advantages make the E-Jet an ideal solution for transitioning to more sustainable and clean aviation.
Twelve has already established strategic partnerships with major companies committed to sustainability, such as Alaska Airlines, Microsoft, and Shopify. These companies will be the first to integrate E-Jet into their operations, further helping to reduce their carbon footprints.
British Airways, through the IAG group, has also entered into an agreement to acquire 785,000 metric tons of E-Jet over 14 years, representing a significant step towards the use of 10% SAF by 2030.
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