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Cow Manure Converted To Sustainable Jet Fuel

June 15, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

Circularity Fuels produces SAF from cow manure.
First demonstration of its kind.
Cost comparable to fossil Jet A.

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Strategic Implications

This breakthrough may indicate a new pathway for sustainable aviation fuel production, suggesting that agricultural biogas could become a viable feedstock. The cost competitiveness with fossil fuels could make SAF more attractive to airlines and aviation companies, which may drive further investment in this technology.

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What Happened

US Startup Achieves Breakthrough In SAF Production

US startup Circularity Fuels has successfully produced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from cow manure, marking a significant milestone in the development of alternative fuels. The six-month pilot run demonstrated the potential to produce jet fuel from raw agricultural biogas at a cost comparable to fossil Jet A. This achievement was reported by Aviation Week, highlighting the innovative approaches being explored to reduce the aviation industry’s carbon footprint.

Companies Mentioned

Circularity Fuels Airbus Safran

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Cow Manure Converted To Sustainable Jet Fuel

June 15, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

Circularity Fuels produces SAF from cow manure.
First demonstration of its kind.
Cost comparable to fossil Jet A.

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Strategic Implications

This breakthrough may indicate a new pathway for sustainable aviation fuel production, suggesting that agricultural biogas could become a viable feedstock. The cost competitiveness with fossil fuels could make SAF more attractive to airlines and aviation companies, which may drive further investment in this technology.

Sign in to view strategic implications Get full access to strategic analysis and expert insights.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

What Happened

US Startup Achieves Breakthrough In SAF Production

US startup Circularity Fuels has successfully produced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from cow manure, marking a significant milestone in the development of alternative fuels. The six-month pilot run demonstrated the potential to produce jet fuel from raw agricultural biogas at a cost comparable to fossil Jet A. This achievement was reported by Aviation Week, highlighting the innovative approaches being explored to reduce the aviation industry’s carbon footprint.

Companies Mentioned

Circularity Fuels Airbus Safran