Scientists at the University of Illinois have developed a method that converts food waste into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) meeting ASTM and FAA benchmarks without blending fossil fuels. The process, using hydrothermal liquefaction and catalysts, opens new paths in the circular bioeconomy and aviation decarbonisation.
(c) Bao Menglong
(c) Bao Menglong

Des déchets alimentaires transformés en carburant d’aviation durable certifié

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Des chercheurs de l’Université de l’Illinois ont mis au point un procédé qui convertit des déchets alimentaires en carburant d’aviation durable (SAF) répondant aux standards ASTM et FAA sans mélange de combustibles fossiles. Grâce à la liquéfaction hydrothermale et à des catalyseurs, cette innovation ouvre des pistes pour la bio-économie circulaire et la décarbonation aérienne.

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