CEMEX Joins Consortium for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production in Germany
Key Ideas
  • CEMEX partners with Sasol and ENERTRAG to produce sustainable aviation fuel from green hydrogen and carbon dioxide in Rüdersdorf, Germany.
  • The joint project aims to make CEMEX's cement plant the first zero-carbon facility, contributing to the decarbonization of the aviation and cement industries.
  • The use of green hydrogen and innovative technology by Sasol will help reduce the environmental impact of aviation operations, moving towards carbon neutrality.
  • The initiative reflects a commitment to developing circular technologies and processes to address the sustainability challenges faced by key industries.
CEMEX, a Mexican multinational company, is set to collaborate with South African Sasol and German ENERTRAG to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from green hydrogen and carbon dioxide. This partnership is part of an initiative to transform CEMEX's plant in Rüdersdorf, Germany, into the first zero-carbon cement facility. Sasol's Power-to-Liquids (PtL) process will be used to create sustainable fuels and chemicals from green hydrogen, while ENERTRAG will provide green hydrogen generated from renewable sources. The project's goal is to combine these elements to produce SAF, with CEMEX capturing carbon dioxide at its Rüdersdorf plant. The collaboration also involves Sasol's technology to produce e-kerosene that can be blended with traditional fuel to reduce environmental impact. The CEO of CEMEX, Fernando A. Gonzalez, expressed enthusiasm for the project, highlighting its potential to drive decarbonization in crucial industries. The aviation sector's transition to sustainable fuels is still in its early stages but holds promise for emission reduction and cost efficiency. By embracing alternative power sources and innovative approaches, the industry is taking steps towards a more sustainable future.
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