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 NovaSAF-1TM: The World's First Electrified Biogas-to-SAF Commercial Plant 

Delivering breakthrough technology to help SAF buyers, investors and biogas site owners to produce high-value SAF approaching JET-A price parity
 
NovaSAF 1TMis Syzygy Plasmonics’ first commercial‑scale sustainable aviation fuel facility and a global blueprint for next‑generation SAF. Located in Durazno, Uruguay, the project converts agricultural biogas into drop‑in, ultra‑low‑carbon jet fuel using a fully electrified, combustion‑free process powered by renewable electricity. By integrating Syzygy’s proprietary e‑Reforming technology with proven fuel synthesis and upgrading technologies, NovaSAF 1 transforms waste methane into high‑value aviation fuel for international markets. Designed from the ground up to deliver strong carbon performance at commercial scale, NovaSAF 1 demonstrates how circular agriculture, clean power, and advanced chemistry can unlock a faster, more scalable path to aviation decarbonization. 
 
NovaSAF 1TM is underpinned by leading commercial and agricultural partnerships that de‑risk execution and enable scale. Trafigura, one of the world’s largest global commodities traders, has committed to an off‑take arrangement supporting the project’s long‑term market access and growth. The facility is co‑located with Estancias del Lago (EDL), one of South America’s most advanced dairy and agricultural operations, allowing direct access to a reliable biogas supply generated from existing manure management systems. This co‑location creates a closed‑loop, circular model that converts agricultural waste into globally traded sustainable fuel, strengthening both energy security and local economic value while establishing a replicable platform for future NovaSAF projects.

Secure a Reliable, Low-Carbon SAF Supply Now 

Highly Competitive SAF Pricing

Highly Competitive SAF Pricing

By using both carbon dioxide and methane content from biogas, Syzygy enables low-carbon, high-incentive sustainable aviation fuel, offering a solution for cleaner, more efficient air travel.

Greater than 100% CI reduction versus Jet-A

Greater than 100% CI reduction versus Jet-A

Third party life cycle analysis demonstrates Syzygy's process produces carbon negative SAF. By using both methane and CO2 - both potent GHGs - Syzygy avoids emissions that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere to produce SAF and other fuels.

Meets Industry SAF Standards

Meets Industry SAF Standards

100% compatible with existing jet engines and airport fuel infrastructure. Syzygy's SAF meets ASTM D7566 and is blended to D1655 standards. Syzygy is in the process of demonstrating compliance with both voluntary and regulatory SAF requirements globally.

Unlock High-Value Revenue Streams from Biogas Sources

IRR-Positive at Low Flow Sites

IRR-Positive at Low Flow Sites

IRR positive even at the lowest flow rates, scaleable from a minimum of 40 scfm of any biogas.

Produces nearly 2x the potential revenue of RNG from the same landfill or biogas source — roughly double the economic value.

Yields over 50% more Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) compared to SMR/ATR hydrogen pathways using RNG.

Unlock Sites Unfit for RNG

Unlock Sites Unfit for RNG

Product is truckable from site and can also be shipped globally.

While RNG projects can generate strong IRRs (often 20–30%+), they operate on a smaller revenue base and lower capex. Returns vary depending on project structure, feedstock quality, and market incentives

No Costly CO₂ Separation Required

No Costly CO₂ Separation Required

The Syzygy process does not require CO2 separation. What's more, it captures value from the otherwise wasted CO2 emissions stream by using it in the production of high-value SAF.

Delivers 3–4x more revenue than landfill gas-to-electricity projects, assuming ~$0.10/kWh offtake pricing.

Invest Early to Capture High IRR SAF Project Pipeline

Untapped Potential in a High-Growth Sector

Untapped Potential in a High-Growth Sector

Abundant, underutilized biogas resources exist globally. These streams represent a low-cost, non-competing feedstock opportunity for alternative applications like SAF production.

25-35%+ project IRRs at commercial scales

25-35%+ project IRRs at commercial scales

By eliminating the need for costly CO₂ separation and pipeline infrastructure, this low-cost pathway unlocks significant upside. This is especially true in high-value SAF markets where supply is limited, and demand continues to grow.

A Scalable, ESG-Aligned SAF Solution

A Scalable, ESG-Aligned SAF Solution

Our project delivers a new way to drive faster scale-up and stronger returns. With SAF mandates driving demand, meet your ESG goals in a compliance driven market.

RFNBO and Advanced BioSAF

Third Party Validation

EU

ReFuelEU Aviation Mandate

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UK SAF Mandate