Operators are looking to the US Midwest to increase commercial production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to meet the demand for low-to-no-carbon jet fuel in the aviation sector. Three significant SAF projects are in progress in the region: two by DG Fuels LLC (DGF) in Nebraska and Minnesota, and one by Avina Clean Hydrogen Inc. in Illinois. These projects aim to collectively contribute more than 500 million gallons per year of SAF production by 2030. DGF's expansion plan in the Midwest includes a $5-billion SAF production complex in Phelps County, Nebraska, scheduled for completion in 2024. The plant will process agricultural by-products like corn stover to produce 193 million gal/year of zero- or low-carbon SAF. This initiative not only focuses on sustainable fuel production but also on creating new revenue streams for local farmers and preserving soil quality. DGF has partnered with local entities to ensure the success of the project, with a focus on environmental sustainability and community benefits. The project in Nebraska aims to create 650 permanent jobs, offset water usage by utilizing rail transport, and enhance the region's infrastructure and quality of life. Through the incorporation of clean-hydrogen feedstock, DGF envisions minimal environmental emissions from the production process. Additionally, DGF has engaged Maire SPA's NextChem SPA for technology licensing for the Phelps County plant, emphasizing waste-to-chemical processing solutions. The project's construction is expected to start in 2029-30, contributing significantly to the US mandate for 2030 SAF production. Furthermore, DGF's plans include a second SAF plant in Moorhead, Minnesota, with an investment of $5 billion. This project, part of the Minnesota SAF Hub, aims to demonstrate the feasibility of replacing conventional jet fuel on a global scale. By utilizing local feedstock sources, including timber and agricultural waste, the Moorhead plant is set to produce 193 million gal/year of SAF by 2030.