Minnesota sustainable aviation fuel

There is immense promise in a new era of sustainable aviation fuel. If done right, this new renewable fuel could help dramatically improve water quality in Minnesota by covering the big brown spot with productive crops year-round. It could boost farmers' bottom lines and improve rural resilience by introducing profitable new oilseed crops to supply a rapidly growing market. And it could bring down emissions from air travel — maybe the most challenging piece of the transportation decarbonization puzzle to solve.

If done wrong, however, it could exacerbate many environmental problems.

Here's a look at the latest developments in sustainable aviation fuel and how FMR engages in this quickly emerging arena and industry in Minnesota.

Minnesota sustainable aviation fuel
Fueling change: FAQ on sustainable aviation and protecting our waters

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FMR supporters always have good questions about complex topics. We put together this FAQ to make it easy to get the facts about the promise and potential pitfalls around sustainable aviation fuel. Read more
Plane wing fueling
Could clean-water crops fuel your flights?

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There's great promise for the use of winter oilseeds as sustainable aviation fuel — but there are also challenges. Read more
Airplane flies over blue river surrounded by yellow flowers
Ignoring science, undermining public trust: A concerning SAF proposal in Congress

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Ignoring a key emissions measurement known as "indirect land use change" would undermine climate goals, threaten water quality and violate basic scientific principles. Read more
Sediment-laden runoff during spring on bare, brown cropland.
FMR making the case for sustainable aviation fuel in the Strib

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In case you missed it, FMR has been making the case for winter-hardy oilseeds as a river-friendly source for sustainable aviation fuel in the Star Tribune. Read more
Plane wing over river + The Minnesota Star Tribune
How FMR's priorities for the Mississippi River fared — 2025

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Which Mississippi River priorities passed before the deadline? And which ones had to be handled in a special session? Here's a roundup of what happened. Read more
The Minnesota Capitol building exterior with an FMR River Guardians bullhorn in front.. Text says "MNLEG 2025 final update"
Making Minnesota’s SAF tax credit more sustainable

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Winter-hardy oilseeds are our most sustainable near-term option for a lower-carbon jet fuel. Read more
A plane flying against a blue sky. Text says "MNLEG 2025"
Why Minnesota wants to be a leader in sustainable aviation fuel

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Sustainable aviation fuel is having a moment in Minnesota. Read more
Winter camelina field at U of M

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