In a remarkable turn of events, North Queensland farms are poised to become an unexpected ally in the fight against airplane pollution. Companies Jet Zero Australia and LanzaJet have announced plans to convert agricultural waste into jet fuel at a facility in Townsville, a development that could significantly reduce carbon emissions in the aviation industry.
The collaboration between Jet Zero Australia and LanzaJet represents a significant stride towards sustainable aviation. By leveraging agricultural waste, these companies aim to produce 102 million liters of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) annually. This amount is enough to meet the demands of Cairns and Townsville airports, potentially revolutionizing the fuel source for the aviation industry.
This ambitious project is expected to create over 100 jobs, providing a much-needed economic boost to the region. It follows a $760,000 state government investment in a feasibility study, underscoring the potential of this innovative approach to reducing carbon emissions.
