Feedstock for TCR/PSA/HDO units has been investigated in terms of composition, mass, and energy balance for the design of the plant. As part of the development of the detailed technical design, bench-top and pilot-plant experiments were conducted. The basic and detailed engineering plans for the plant have been prepared. The design of the TCR/PSA/HDO technologies has been optimised to meet the necessities related to available feedstock. The gas treatment was optimised considering all emissions. Emissions will be reduced to environmental thresholds using a cyclone, a condenser, a scrubber, and EPSs.
Preparation of the site location in Berkeley started in RP2. The lease contract was agreed upon, and site groundworks were initiated. Planning for the relevant utilities for the demonstrator has been completed and construction for most of them is ongoing with the first equipment deliveries expected in summer 2022. The application for the needed permission for the plant has been prepared.
A revision of fuel off-takers was completed with ongoing optimisation of feedstock supply and blendstock. Initial agreements were obtained, and the Consortium is preparing a formal offtake agreement that will track the price of the UCO feedstock.
Work on evaluation of the consumer perceptions towards synthetic fuel products has started, including literature review and questionaries.
Work on Hazard Characterisation of the different hazardous chemical compounds at the different stages of the SABR-TCR process was initiated including identification of the most plausible hazardous components and exposure scenarios related to the production process of aviation fuel.
The LCA approach best suited to the integrated SABR-TCR technology was selected and the scope of the LCA was defined. Inputs and outputs from the SABR-TCR technology were mapped and quantified and alternative feedstock use scenarios were identified.
The environmental and health life cycle assessments for the integrated technology and alternative feedstock uses were initiated, including the calculation of greenhouse gas emissions savings for the integrated technology.
A range of market-relevant business scenarios is being explored, with the initial business plan for technology commercialisation almost completed.
Hazards linked to operational activities, supply chain, process and risk scenarios in business development were identified, and a mitigation strategy was prepared.
A Communication & Dissemination Plan has been prepared. Project branding materials, a project website as well and social media platforms have been established to raise awareness about GreenFlexJET activities.
