The policy is intended to encourage aviation stakeholders to switch from traditional kerosene to more sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), which can cut emissions by 80% as compared to emissions from traditional fuels.

The California company’s Z4, a blended-wing-bod, highly aerodynamic and lightweight aircraft will deliver up to a 50% reduction in fuel burn.

NBAA welcomes the Massachusetts Port Authority’s (Massport’s) recently announced roadmap for increasing the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the Commonwealth and across New England.

The companies will develop a new technology enabling conversion of lignocellulosic biomass into high-quality, lower-emission renewable fuels, including SAF.

If it selects Jacksonville for the plant, Otto says it plans to employ a workforce of 1,200 employees who will earn an average annual compensation of $90,000.

Gevo's SAF-production plant will add jobs and enhance America's energy independence.