The U.S. Department of Energy has granted a conditional loan guarantee of $1.46 billion to Gevo for the Net-Zero 1 project, which aims to build the nation's first ethanol-to-jet-fuel facility near Lake Preston, South Dakota. Gevo plans to produce ethanol exclusively for aviation fuel, using corn from farmers practicing climate-friendly agriculture. The project includes a plant to convert ethanol to jet fuel, a wind farm for power, and a facility called Dakota Renewable Hydrogen to produce hydrogen for fuel production. Gevo's initiative aligns with the Biden administration's goal of increasing sustainable aviation fuel production, with expected significant reductions in carbon emissions. The project is set to create jobs, support local agricultural operations, and generate economic benefits. Nevertheless, the project faces opposition related to the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline, crucial for Gevo's business plan. Despite the controversy, Gevo's leadership highlights the importance of the pipeline for their profitability, which relies on federal tax credits for carbon abatement and incentives for low-carbon fuels. Gevo's push towards green aviation fuel production emphasizes community engagement, job creation, and economic development while navigating challenges and garnering both support and criticism in South Dakota.