Clean Planet Technologies Unveils UK’s First Plastics-to-Sustainable Aviation Fuel Technology at SAF Global Summit 2025
London- In a keynote speech at the prestigious SAF Global Summit 2025, Dr Andrew Odjo, CEO of Clean Planet Technologies (CPTech) and CTO of Clean Planet Energy, introduced the UK’s first Plastics-to-Sustainable Aviation Fuel (P2SAF) technology. The event was attended by over 500 policymakers, energy leaders, airlines, and investors.
CPTech’s proprietary SAFe-P2SAF system is a breakthrough process designed to convert hard-to-recycle waste plastics into ultra-clean, low-carbon jet fuel that meets the stringent aviation standards. The technology, which is currently undergoing ASTM certification, can seamlessly blend with conventional jet fuel and be used in existing aircraft and fuel infrastructure. It has the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70% compared to fossil jet fuels and can divert thousands of tonnes of plastic from landfills and incinerators.
Dr Odjo stated, “Our mission is simple: tackle two global challenges at once – plastic pollution and aviation emissions. With SAFe-P2SAF, we’re turning a waste problem into a climate solution, supporting the UK’s ambitions for SAF production and helping diversify feedstock beyond traditional pathways like HEFA, which face growing supply pressures.”
The timing of CPTech’s innovation is crucial for the industry. With REFUEL EU Aviation’s 2% SAF blend target launching in 2025, the UK’s pioneering SAF mandate, and increasing investor interest in circular feedstocks, there is a race to scale production and secure supply chains for sustainable aviation fuels.
The SAFe-P2SAF technology is an extension of Clean Planet Technologies’ flagship SAFe Hydroprocessing system, which has already been proven at commercial scale for upgrading pyrolysis oils into low-carbon fuels. By adapting this platform to process plastic-derived feedstocks into ultra-clean SAF, CPTech aims to put the UK at the forefront of feedstock diversity and innovation for sustainable aviation.
CPTech’s upcoming roadmap includes obtaining ASTM certification, developing its first pilot-scale P2SAF facility in the UK by the end of 2025, and expanding partnerships with key industry stakeholders to accelerate deployment that is attractive to investors.
Dr Odjo added, “Today marks the start of an exciting few months for Clean Planet Technologies. With a new facility announcement coming at the end of this year, our focus remains on scaling solutions that deliver real environmental impact while supporting the UK’s leadership in sustainable aviation.”
Clean Planet Technologies is a part of the Clean Planet Group, dedicated to developing proprietary technologies that enable the sustainable use of plastics and the reduction of carbon emissions. Their portfolio includes innovations in Plastics-to-SAF, Plastics-to-Hydrogen, Plastics-to-Monomers, and containerized pyrolysis systems (CPS²). CPTech’s technologies support the circular economy by transforming low-value waste into high-value, low-carbon fuels and chemicals.
For more information about Clean Planet Technologies, visit cleanplanet.com/technologies.
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