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5. Conversion Technologies for Green Aviation Fuels

Authors : Xiaoyu Lin, Quan Sophia He, Jie Yang

Published in: Sustainable Aviation Fuels

Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland

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The global aviation industry is poised for continuous expansion, driving an increased demand for jet fuels. Conventional jet fuel, derived from crude oil, faces stringent international specifications, making the development of alternative fuels challenging. The aviation industry aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 50% by 2050, with alternative jet fuels being a key pillar in achieving this goal. This chapter explores seven certified pathways for producing bio-jet fuels, including Gas-to-Jet, Oil-to-Jet, Sugar-to-Jet, and Alcohol-to-Jet, each with unique production processes and certification timelines. The chapter delves into the technical routes, economic viability, and environmental impacts of these technologies, highlighting the potential of HEFA and FT-SPK as the most promising technologies. It also discusses the readiness levels of these pathways, the involvement of airlines worldwide, and the implications of commercializing alternative aviation fuels. The chapter concludes with recommendations for future research and investments in sustainable aviation fuel technologies, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts to overcome technical challenges and establish robust, sustainable fuel supply chains.

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Title: Conversion Technologies for Green Aviation Fuels
Authors: Xiaoyu Lin
Quan Sophia He
Jie Yang
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland
Book: Sustainable Aviation Fuels
Print ISBN: 978-3-031-83720-3

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-031-83721-0

Copyright Year: 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-83721-0_5

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