Honeywell and AM Green Partner to Produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel in India

Honeywell collaborates with AM Green to produce sustainable jet fuel in India.

Honeywell, an aerospace company in New Delhi, has partnered with AM Green, one of the largest single producers of green hydrogen and ammonia, to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in India. Announced at India Energy Week 2025, this joint effort is designed to cut carbon emissions in the airline and shipping business sectors by utilizing ethanol, green methanol and green hydrogen to produce SAF.

Goals of the Collaboration

The partnership will work on: The partnership will work on:

Percolation-based feasibility studies of ethanol-assisted large-scale biosynthesis of SAF.

Synthesis of green methanol from various sources of carbon dioxide (CO₂).

- Promoting green hydrogen production to support decarbonization efforts.

The feasibility study is expected to conclude by mid-2025. It can be of significant importance if successful, being able to raise the possibility of India's ability to produce SAF in the country, reducing dependence on imports of crude oil from abroad and turning India in to a producer of green methanol at global scale.

Impact on India's Energy Landscape

The project also squares with the National Green Hydrogen Mission of India, a pilot project involving the encouragement of the manufacture of green hydrogen, and the minimization of industrial emissions. By combining Honeywell's carbon capture  ethanol-to-jet fuel conversion technology with AM Green's knowledge in green hydrogen  ethanol production, the consortium aims to establish a green fuel chain for India.

SAF development pathways will enable India to fulfil its requirements under international CORSIA (Cargo and Related Sustainability) emissions regime by setting in place a mandatory requirement for the airlines to meet their obligations through the application of low-carbon fuels.

Agricultural Benefits in India

Given India's predominantly agricultural production base, this partnership is likely to have an impact on farmers by increasing the demand for ethanol as a feedstock. Ethanol is a key precursor to the production of SAF and promising higher demand could translate to improved market access for producers and higher profits.

Reducing Reliance on Crude Oil

SAF and green methanol production are expected to decrease India's reliance on crude oil imports, thus enhancing India's energy security. Furthermore, green methanol is applicable as a low-carbon ships fuel, which effectively contributes to cutting carbon emissions in marine transport.

In continuation to greening the production of sustainable energy sources, India is determined to move forward as a Clean Energy Powerhouse serving as a leading contributor in global efforts towards mitigating the release of greenhouse gases.

Moving Forward

Concurrent with the completion of the feasibility study targeted by mid-2025, Honeywell and AM Green will analyze the need for production facilities and technology for SAF in India. On the basis of successful research, SAF on an industrial scale may be produced on a commercial basis (both domestic and international markets).

Conclusion

Honeywell's association with AM Green is a key move in India's clean energy shift. Concentrating on SAF, green methanol and green hydrogen, the effort is also consistent with the policy objectives of India to limit carbon emissions, improve energy security and gain positive reputation in the international sustainable fuels community.