Aviation Climate Taskforce

?? Fueling the Future of Sustainable Aviation ???? Decarbonizing aviation isn’t just about ambition—it’s about action. Emerging technologies often face a critical gap between technical validation and commercial viability, where traditional capital is hesitant to step in. When progress stalls, catalytic philanthropy can be the spark that keeps innovation moving. That’s why ACT is proud to award a $135,000 grant to Dr. James W. Harris at the University of Alabama. His groundbreaking work transforms ethanol and oxygenates into jet fuel using novel catalysts—cutting energy use, expanding feedstock options, and paving the way for production of scalable, sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). This is the kind of bold innovation that will reshape the future of flight. Learn more about this exciting work: ?? https://lnkd.in/gmP6iJ2i #SustainableAviation #Innovation #ClimateAction #SAF #NetZero #FutureOfFlight

Introducing [SAF Panel] 'Market Opportunities and Challenges for SAF in MENA' at Clean Fuels MENA Forum within Connecting Hydrogen MENA 2025, taking place from 24-26 February 2025 in Dubai. Featured Speakers: ? Andrew Sweeney MBE, Regional Sustainability Lead (METACA), Boeing ? Siegfried Knecht, CEO, aireg & VP Director R&T Affair, Airbus? ? Mac Irvine, CFO, Jet Zero Australia? ? Ali Zerouali, Executive Vice President Middle-East-Africa, HIF Global ? Rashid Kizhakkayil, Quality& Environment Controller, Sharjah Airport?? - Moderated by Tom Light, President & CEO, Aviation Climate Taskforce With Thanks to Our 2025 Major Partners and Sponsors: Strategic Partner: ACWA Power Energy Transition Partner: Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) Lead Sponsor: Smartenergy Field Trip Partner: ENOC ?? Book your delegate pass: https://lnkd.in/gjZa7-7M #CHM2025 #Hydrogen #SAF #Ammonia #EnergyTransition

Decarbonizing aviation requires the active partnership of traditional energy companies and access to vast institutional capital. After returning from Climate Week NYC and Sustainable Aviation Futures Congress in Houston, I’m inspired by the shift toward grounded, realistic discussions about the economic realities these organizations face. Public policy will be key to lowering the green premium, but until it arrives, innovative public-private partnerships are essential. Thanks to SAF Congress for pushing this crucial dialogue forward! #sustainable aviation #SAF

ACT is excited to partner with Sustainable Aviation Futures at the upcoming Sustainable Aviation Futures North America Congress, taking place in Houston from October 2-4! ???? Join us as Tom Light, CEO, and Dan Matuszak, CTO, share their insights in discussions that highlight the transformative impact of technology and strategy on advancing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Tom will also lead an invigorating conversation on the challenges greenwashing presents to the aviation industry and how to overcome them. This is a pivotal moment for aviation, and we’re thrilled to be part of shaping a cleaner, more transparent future. #SustainableAviation #ClimateAction #Decarbonization #Greenwashing

We’re thrilled to announce that Susteon, our grantee, has received a $5M award from ARPA-E’s GREENWELLS program! With an initial ACT grant of $400,000 in 2023, Susteon achieved proof-of-concept for a groundbreaking technology to produce sustainable aviation fuels. They’ve developed a revolutionary process to convert carbon dioxide into olefins and will now advance to creating kerosene-range hydrocarbons from carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and renewable electricity. Supported by Purdue University and TotalEnergies, this innovation is a major leap forward. We’re deeply grateful to our partners for their commitment to transformative change! #aviation #sustainability #susteon #totalenergies https://lnkd.in/ea5jHFAd

An insightful piece by Doug Arent at National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Ambitious decarbonization goals require unprecedented cross-sector collaboration. The name of the game will be unconventional partnerships to transform competitors into collaborators, enabling us to move faster and in a more commercial way. Trusted partners like NREL, who foster unity and collective action, are essential. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended the 2024 Sustainable Aviation Energy Conference hosted by DFW International Airport and NREL. https://lnkd.in/gm7rrkhU

Gratitude is owed to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory for their invaluable convening power at this week's Sustainable Aviation Energy Conference, and to the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) for their generous sponsorship. It was wonderful to come together and delineate pragmatic pathways critical to success.