OXCCU, a pioneer in the conversion of carbon dioxide into sustainable fuels, has taken a significant step forward with the opening of its OX1 demonstration plant at Oxford Airport. This facility represents a key breakthrough in the production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), using an innovative process developed over more than a decade of research at Oxford University.
OX1 demonstration plant produces PBS in a single step
This process directly converts carbon dioxide (CO₂) and hydrogen (H2) into long-chain hydrocarbons using an advanced catalyst. This technology makes it possible to produce 1 kilogram of liquid fuel per day, which is equivalent to approximately 1.2 liters of PBS. The plant, which will begin operating in September 2024, is the first in the world to perform this conversion in a single step, setting a new industry standard.
OXCCU and its expansion plans
[post_relacionado]The OX1 plant is crucial for PBS production and will provide valuable data for OXCCU’s upcoming expansion. The company plans to build a much larger plant, OX2, at Saltend Chemical Park in Hull, with a capacity of 160 kg of PBS per day by 2026. This strategy positions the company as a leader in the production of sustainable fuels, ready to supply both the UK and international markets.
Andrew Symes, CEO of OXCCU, has expressed his enthusiasm for this achievement, highlighting the importance of this technology in reducing PAS costs and its impact on the environment. With the mission to enable a future of aviation without climate impact, the OX1 plant is a decisive step towards the realization of more sustainable and economical flights.
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