LanzaJet

Tune into the latest episode of Leaders On A Mission podcast with our CEO Jimmy Samartzis as he discusses the future of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF) and LanzaJet’s role in transforming the aviation industry. Jimmy shares with host Simon Leich insights on the path to decarbonization and the steps needed to meet ambitious SAF production goals.?? ? Key takeaways from the conversation include:? ? ? The U.S. goal to reach 3 billion gallons of SAF by 2030—a leap from last year’s 14 million gallons is going to take the entire ecosystem to come together.?? ? How SAF production today is only 0.05% of global jet fuel demand, showcasing the growth needed for impactful change.?? ? LanzaJet’s unique role in converting ethanol into SAF involves leveraging the market’s most versatile tech platform to create the world’s first non-oil derived SAF – competing against an 80-year-old fossil fuel industry.? ? The critical importance of resilient policy frameworks to support scaling SAF and the role of industry-wide collaboration in this journey.?? ? LanzaJet’s focus on building an ecosystem that includes partnerships with global leaders, from tech firms to airlines.? ?? Check out the full episode (link in the comments) for an in-depth look at the future of SAF and how LanzaJet is helping to pioneer a sustainable aviation industry.? ? #sustainability #climatetech #cleanenergy #renewables #aviation #SomedayIsNow?

Our Vice President, Government Affairs, Policy, and Sustainability Alex Menotti recently participated in the Clean Energy Ministerial at G20 Brasil 2024. Alex presented policy recommendations from the B20 Brasil’s Energy Transition and Climate Change Task Force, co-chaired by our CEO Jimmy Samartzis. The recommendations focused on mechanisms to leverage sustainable biomass and biofuels to address climate change, including: ? Establishing blending mandates to promote the use of sustainable fuels, including Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF)? ? Implementing policies to promote global and diversified bioenergy supply chains?? ? Setting up regulations and providing investments to scale new bioenergy applications like SAF? ? At LanzaJet, we recognize that tackling global energy and climate challenges requires coordinated efforts across borders and sectors. By focusing on solutions that de-risk the sustainable fuel industry, we aim to build a robust foundation for a future of cleaner energy, economic growth, and global security. #sustainability #energy #bioenergy #cleantech #circulareconomy #climate #B20 #G20 #Brazil #SomedayIsNow?

Earning a spot as one of the Top 100 Finalists for the 2024 Chicago Innovation Awards is a huge honor for LanzaJet as we continue pushing the boundaries of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF) and clean energy in the Chicagoland area.? ? Now, we’re calling on your support! The People’s Choice Award is open for voting, and your vote can help highlight the importance of our work. Voting runs until Friday, Oct. 18, so don’t miss the chance to have your say.? ? Vote for LanzaJet here: https://lnkd.in/gQeVYdtv ? Thank you to the Chicago Innovation Awards for this recognition, and congratulations to all the finalists!? ? #SAF #sustainability #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatetech #netzero #aviation #innovation #Chicago #Illinois #SomedayIsNow?

LanzaJet’s Vice President of Corporate Affairs & Marketing Meg Whitty joined a panel at Sustainable Aviation Futures North America Congress in Houston, where she highlighted the role North America plays in the global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF) ramp-up. Meg emphasized the importance of a strong SAF ecosystem, involving collaboration across producers, airlines, feedstock suppliers, and governments, to drive SAF production and adoption.? ? Joining Meg on the panel were industry leaders Haldane Dodd from Air Transport Action Group (ATAG), Hamza Mazloum 馬翰思 of Cathay Pacific, Henrik von Storch of DHL Express, and Matteo Mirolo from Breakthrough Energy , a key supporter of LanzaJet's mission, and moderator Shashank Nigam ? of SimpliFlying. Together, they explored the global SAF landscape, regional policies, and the critical alignment of the whole value chain that is needed for scaling SAF adoption worldwide.? ? A big thank you to our fellow panelists for their insights on the future of decarbonizing aviation. LanzaJet is proud to be part of the collective effort to build a more sustainable aviation industry.? ? #SAF #sustainability #energy #netzero #aviation #NorthAmerica #SomedayIsNow

Our CEO Jimmy Samartzis recently delivered a keynote address at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) World Sustainability Symposium in Miami. Speaking to an audience of aviation industry leaders and policymakers, Jimmy shared insights on enabling the transition of an 80-year-old fossil fuel industry to a future powered by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF). During his speech, he emphasized the need to continue progress towards de-risking a complex global ecosystem that requires leading edge technology to produce drop-in sustainable fuels, policy to enable the development of a new industry, investment with billions of dollars to build new infrastructure, demand to use sustainable fuels to achieve the industry’s ambitious target of net-zero emissions by 2050, and consumers (individuals and corporates) who are willing to pay a premium for cleaner fuels. LanzaJet believes in partnerships to de-risk the development of this emerging industry and strengthen the entire value chain. By utilizing innovative financing and blended capital, LanzaJet exemplifies how to de-risk technology and reduce the risk of stakeholders across the SAF ecosystem to develop SAF projects like our Freedom Pines Fuels biorefinery in Soperton, Georgia, the world’s first ethanol-to-SAF production plant. SAF plants are not just about addressing climate change – they often solve for other needs such as energy security, economic development, national security, and energy independence. The SAF industry has a long way to go to achieve its net zero ambition by 2050. Urgency is required today to continue to deploy capital and new technology to advance the market. Governments play a vital role in enabling this new market with supportive policy. We continue to see development of the voluntary markets which are proving helpful in these early days. The future of building this new industry and these global markets is bright – driven by commitment, partnership, and action. SAF is continuing to scale and we’re excited about the growth of LanzaJet and the ethanol-to-SAF pathway to contribute substantially to its growth. #sustainability #cleanenergy #energysecurity #economicdevelopment #aviation #Miami #IATA #WSS

We’re excited to share that LanzaJet has been named to MIT Technology Review’s “15 Climate Tech Companies to Watch” list. This recognition reflects our ongoing work to advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF) and accelerate the aviation industry’s clean energy transition. ? ? As part of this list, LanzaJet is highlighted alongside other companies that are making real progress in finding ways to combat climate change. Addressing how we collectively reduce our impact on the environment requires collaboration across industries, and it’s inspiring to see groundbreaking innovation happening in so many sectors. We are honored to be included in this group of forward-thinking businesses working to create a cleaner and more sustainable future. ? ? Thank you to Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the MIT Technology Review for this recognition. Read more about the full list here: https://lnkd.in/gBV7BH_U? ? #sustainability #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatetech #netzero #aviation #innovation #MIT #TechnologyReview #SomedayIsNow?

A key milestone in the advancement of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF): the US Senate has launched its first-ever Sustainable Aviation Caucus, led by Sens. Jerry Moran, Tammy Duckworth, John Boozman, and Amy Klobuchar. This bipartisan effort aims to accelerate the adoption of SAF and drive innovation across the aviation sector.? ? At LanzaJet, we see government collaboration as critical to scaling SAF and ensuring a cleaner, more energy-secure future. The formation of this caucus represents an important step in shaping policy that supports the development of domestic SAF infrastructure, encourages investment in SAF technologies, and strengthens supply chains. By fostering stronger collaboration between legislators, industry leaders, and farmers, the caucus will help expand SAF production and create new markets for American agriculture.?? ? This congressional initiative signals a clear commitment to building a sustainable future for aviation and rural economies alike. LanzaJet and The SAF Coalition look forward to working alongside the new caucus to advance solutions that decarbonize aviation and support the American economy.?? ? Read more in a press release from The SAF Coalition here: https://lnkd.in/gVnQRw8V #sustainability #cleanenergy #energysecurity #agriculture #economicdevelopment #aviation #US #Senate

Last month, LanzaJet was recognized by Chicago Business Journal Chicago Inno with a Fire Award in the Clean Energy category. As a Sustainable Aviation Fuel producer and technology company based in the Chicagoland area, we take great pride in contributing to the region’s growing role as a clean-tech hub. The work being done in Chicago to drive innovation and tackle climate change is inspiring, and we’re excited to be a part of it.? ? Our VP, General Counsel Doug Graham had the privilege of accepting the Fire Award, and donning the red jacket, on behalf of LanzaJet. A big thank you to Alex Zorn and the team at Chicago Inno for organizing this program. Congratulations to all the other winners and nominees – especially those in the Clean Energy category: Celadyne Technologies, ClearFlame Engine Technologies, Fuel Me, HData, Mycocycle, Inc., NanoGraf Corporation, NFW, Numat – for your contributions to the local innovation economy. We’re in great company!? ? #SAF #sustainability #cleanergy #cleantech #climatetech #tech #innovation #Chicago #Chicagoland #Illinois

LanzaJet was honored to be the presenting sponsor at Chicago Climate-Tech Week, where our VP of Corporate Affairs & Marketing Meg Whitty not only emceed the event Wednesday but also participated in a panel on the future of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF) in Illinois, the Midwest, and beyond. ? ? Huge thank you to our great panel on SAF, moderated by Karen Weigert, Director of the Baumhart Center for Social Enterprise and Responsibility, Loyola University Chicago and Chicago’s first Chief Sustainability Officer, and joined by Anthony Gregory, COO of Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures, and Bill Bodine, Director of Business and Regulatory Affairs at Illinois Farm Bureau. The panel discussion underscored the catalyzing role that Chicago – home to major industries like agriculture and aviation, and LanzaJet’s global headquarters –?and the Midwest will play in the future of SAF. ? On Thursday, LanzaJet’s Erik G. Birkerts, Vice President, Growth & Execution, and Evangelos Karambelas, Director, Finance & Capital Markets, sat down for a fireside chat with mHUB Co-Founder and CEO Haven Allen to discuss navigating hardtech commercialization.? ? Throughout the week, we heard in-depth conversations focused on the challenges and opportunities in scaling sustainable solutions and driving innovation across the energy sector. One of the main highlights was a fireside chat with Governor JB Pritzker and Invenergy CEO Michael Polsky, moderated by John Pletz of Crain's Chicago Business. Governor Pritzker has been a champion for SAF and last year signed into law one of the first state-level incentives for the purchase of SAF – a huge step forward for the industry!? ? A special thanks to the event sponsors—Rivian, ADM, KPMG, Ocient, Nicor Gas, ComEd, Illinois Institute of Technology, mHub, and 1871—as well as supporters: Innovate Illinois, Intersect Illinois, Mark Denzler and the Illinois Manufacturers' Association, Tifair Hamed at P33 Chicago, Kara Demirjian Huss,?Melissa Amedeo and Molly Wilson, MBA?at DCC Marketing, 1871’s Betsy Ziegler, and KPMG’s Peter Newell for their help making Chicago Climate-Tech Week a success!? ? #SAF #sustainability #climatetech #cleanenergy #cleanfuel #hardtech #ag #agriculture #aviation #Illinois #Midwest #SomedayIsNow?

LanzaJet had a great showing at the North American SAF Conference and Expo in Saint Paul, where LanzaJet took part in meaningful discussions shaping the future of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (#SAF). Our Head of Business Development, Jim Andersen, joined a panel to discuss the real progress being made by SAF producers and suppliers — and the steps needed to maintain and accelerate that momentum. ? ? Throughout the event, we had the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, partners, and innovators who are equally passionate about accelerating the shift towards sustainable fuels. It’s always energizing to see the collaborative effort that is pushing this industry forward. We’re excited for the future of SAF in North America as we continue to scale its adoption and production.? ? #energy #sustainability #cleanenergy #cleanfuels #aviation #Minnesota #NorthAmerica #SomedayIsNow?