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
Could clean-water crops fuel your flights?
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
Webinar + Q&A: 'Sustainable Aviation Fuel: How Minnesota can get it right.'
If done right, sustainable aviation fuels in Minnesota could benefit our waters, environment and farmers. But if the wrong choices are made, a “sustainable” aviation fuel could be anything but. Join us to learn more, and bring your questions. Read more
Plane flies over winter oilseed fields and river
What the new political landscape means for the Mississippi River
Razor-thin margins, a red tide and plenty of uncertainty. How the 2024 election results impact FMR's 2025 policy goals in the year ahead. Read more
High waters along the tree-lined banks of the Mississippi River in St. Paul
Webinar: 'Sustainable Aviation Fuel: How Minnesota can get it right.'
If done right, sustainable aviation fuels in Minnesota could be a win for our waters, environment and farmers. But if the wrong choices are made, a “sustainable” aviation fuel could be anything but, ultimately making things worse. Read more
1st flight fueled by winter camelina takes off from MSP
The crop, winter camelina, grows over the winter and, as a result, boosts both water quality and soil health.  Read more
Delta planes lined up at various gates at MSP Airport.
Why FMR is working on sustainable aviation fuel
There is immense promise in a new era of aviation fuel. There is also real peril. We’re at the table to steer decision-makers toward the most sustainable options. Read more
Looking out of an airplane window at Fort Snelling State Park, and the confluence of the Minnesota plus Mississippi rivers.
Press release: Sustainable aviation fuels: How we can get it right
Key groups issue guiding principles to benefit people and nature. Read more

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