Solarig leads the event of Sustainable Aviation Gas with a undertaking portfolio exceeding 400,000 tons per yr of SAF in Spain

Solarig leads the event of Sustainable Aviation Gas with a undertaking portfolio exceeding 400,000 tons per yr of SAF in Spain

• The corporate is intensifying its efforts within the race for decarbonization, reaffirming its Local weather commitments. This initiative comes forward of the Closing Declaration of COP29 in Baku, with a portfolio of sustainable gas manufacturing tasks that can keep away from the emission of not less than 1.85 million tons of CO₂ equal yearly. 
• Underneath the identify ‘Turboleta SAF’, Solarig proclaims the event of a plant for producing Sustainable Aviation Gas (SAF) in Teruel, with a manufacturing capability exceeding 75,000 tons yearly. ‘Turboleta SAF’ will contain an estimated funding of €1.15 billion and create over 1,000 direct and oblique jobs throughout development, and greater than 180 throughout operation. Building is scheduled to start in 2027. 
• Solarig has submitted the ‘Turboleta SAF’ undertaking to the “Incentive Program for Renewable Hydrogen Manufacturing and Consumption Tasks (Clusters or Valleys)” initiative of the Institute for Diversification and Vitality Saving (IDAE) to safe monetary help from the European Subsequent Technology EU funds. 

Madrid, November 22, 2024.- Solarig is progressing the event of sustainable aviation gas (SAF) tasks with a portfolio that exceeds 400,000 tons of annual SAF manufacturing in Spain. Particularly, Solarig introduced at present the event of a sustainable aviation gas manufacturing plant in Teruel. The undertaking, named ‘Turboleta SAF,’ can have a manufacturing capability of greater than 75,000 tons of SAF yearly—equal to 33,000 flights between Zaragoza and London (based mostly on a 50% SAF mix). Positioned within the Platea industrial park in Teruel and spanning roughly 10 hectares, the plant is anticipated to be operational earlier than 2030. 

In mild of COP29 and the pressing want to scale back CO₂ emissions, Solarig underscores the significance of SAF as a essential software for the decarbonization of the aviation sector, which accounts for almost 14% of worldwide CO₂ emissions attributable to transportation. This undertaking will allow the decarbonization of 340,000 tons of CO₂ yearly and the seize and utilization of 160,000 tons of CO₂ annually. 

With a complete estimated funding of €1.15 billion, ‘Turboleta SAF’ will embody devoted renewable belongings instantly related to the economic plant, resembling a photo voltaic photovoltaic plant, a wind farm, and a battery power storage system. The plant will create almost 1,200 expert direct and oblique jobs—1,000 in the course of the development part and over 180 throughout operation—boosting native growth and leveraging present infrastructure. 

Miguel Ángel Calleja, Chairman and CEO of Solarig, said:

This new facility locations Teruel on the forefront of sustainable gas manufacturing.

“It leverages the area’s pure assets, resembling solar, wind, and water, in addition to biogas and biogenic CO₂ from our services, derived from agro-livestock waste within the space. This undertaking, supported by nationwide, regional, and native public entities and main firms within the aviation sector, is a part of our Spanish portfolio, which exceeds 400,000 tons of SAF yearly.” 

Close by infrastructures, such because the airports of Teruel and Zaragoza, will profit from this new facility by gaining access to regionally produced sustainable gas. This plant will considerably contribute to the decarbonization of the air transport sector, driving financial progress, enhancing Teruel’s industrial ecosystem, and bettering high quality of life whereas creating high-quality jobs within the Aragón area. 

As a part of the undertaking’s monetary consolidation, Solarig has submitted ‘Turboleta SAF’ to the “Incentive Program for Renewable Hydrogen Manufacturing and Consumption Tasks (Clusters or Valleys)” initiative launched by the Institute for Diversification and Vitality Saving (IDAE), funded by Subsequent Technology EU assets. By way of this initiative, the corporate goals to contribute to Europe’s local weather objectives and promote the large-scale manufacturing and consumption of renewable hydrogen and its derivatives. 

‘Turboleta SAF’ joins Solarig’s ‘Numantia SAF’ undertaking in Soria, together with different tasks throughout Spain that collectively will produce greater than 400,000 tons of SAF yearly. This progress solidifies Solarig’s place as a pacesetter in sustainable aviation gas infrastructure growth, bringing its experience and a round method by its Vitality and Inexperienced Fuel divisions. 

Solarig, sustainable options for society  

Solarig develops, funds, builds, and operates infrastructure for the power transition. The corporate presently manages over 10 GW of photovoltaic belongings and holds an power undertaking portfolio exceeding 20 GW throughout 12 international locations. Solarig drives international decarbonization by renewable power options, sustainable fuels, and inexperienced gases. Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Solarig has a powerful presence in Europe, Central and South America, Japan, and Australia. Dedicated to innovation and sustainability, Solarig boasts a group of greater than 1,300 professionals. 

Solarig is devoted to advancing the power transition in direction of international decarbonization and reaching most power independence within the markets the place it operates. With a mission to play a significant function in society’s sustainable progress, Solarig leads the transition to cleaner power sources, promotes sustainable growth within the areas it serves, and maintains sturdy relationships with public establishments, communities, shareholders, shoppers, staff, collaborators, and suppliers. 

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