PSI focuses on sustainable aviation: In collaboration with the climate start-up Metafuels, PSI is developing the aerobrew technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) from renewable energy sources.
Supported by the pilot and demonstration program of the Swiss Federal Office of Energy and a funding contribution of 4.4 million Swiss francs, a pilot plant will be built to demonstrate the aerobrew technology. This facility will enable the conversion of green methanol into eSAF, with the methanol being produced from green hydrogen and sustainably sourced CO₂.
The eSAF technology does not require modifications to existing aircraft and can be used directly in conventional engines. This provides an immediate and long-term solution to reduce CO₂ emissions in aviation, which accounts for over 2 percent of global CO₂ emissions.
Both partners benefit from their expertise through this collaboration: PSI brings its experience in the construction and operation of large-scale research facilities, while Metafuels contributes extensive industry knowledge in the energy sector. The pilot plant is intended to demonstrate the scalability and efficiency of the aerobrew technology and pave the way for commercial use.
Sustainable aviation is crucial for the decarbonization of the Swiss economy and contributes to the global reduction of CO₂ emissions.
More information:
https://www.psi.ch/en/news/industry-news/sustainable-aviation-fuel-from-the-psi-campus
