British synthetic fuels developer Zero Petroleum is collaborating with Qantas Airways to explore the establishment of a sustainable aviation fuel production facility in Whyalla, South Australia. The feasibility study, expected to take six months, will assess the possibility of constructing a facility capable of producing up to 10 million liters of synthetic aviation fuel, gasoline, and diesel annually. The project plans to leverage the region's significant wind and solar resources, targeting 100% net renewables by 2027, and harness the emerging green hydrogen production facilities in Whyalla. Zero Petroleum specializes in manufacturing fossil-free synthetic fuels using direct air capture carbon dioxide and hydrogen from water electrolysis, powered by renewable energy. The venture aims to provide sustainable fuel solutions for industries like aviation and motor racing. South Australia's Minister for Energy and Mining, Tom Koutsantonis, highlighted the state's renewable energy leadership and the importance of hydrogen in decarbonizing industries, particularly aviation. The initiative is part of the State Prosperity Project, focusing on renewable hydrogen investments and industrial transformation. If the production facility moves forward, it could create significant job opportunities, with up to 150 full-time equivalent positions during construction and 25 to 30 roles in ongoing operations, contributing to the region's sustainable energy landscape.