Report: Australian Aviation Biofuel Industry Technically Viable, But Challenged

摘要

An Australian aviation biofuel industry is technically viable, but significant obstacles remain, according to a report released by Qantas and Royal Dutch Shell on December 2. The study, conducted with the support of the Australian Government through the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), “is the most comprehensive investigation so far into the economic viability of producing biofuel on a commercial scale in Australia,” according to a statement issued by Qantas. Identifying natural oils as a proven source material, the study modeled a plant capable of producing 1.1 billion liters (290 million gallons) of renewable fuels, including jet fuel and diesel, per year using existing supply chain infrastructure.