The Drip by AQUALAB: Creating Aviation Fuel from Waste with Alyssa Norris
11/12/24 • 22 min
Alyssa Norris is the Director of Sustainability at Aether Fuels. She sits down with Zachary Cartwright to discuss how we can produce aviation fuel from waste, and how you don’t have to choose between seeing the world and saving it. Alyssa will shed light on the production, impact, and future of this fuel. We'll also discuss its current usage, the processes involved, and how it plays a crucial role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting a circular economy.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- What is sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)?
- Suitability of SAF versus electric aircraft for long-haul flights
- How to overcome the unwanted presence of water in jet fuel
- Innovative aspects of Aether's technology
- What does a Director of Sustainability do for a company like Aether?
Jump to:
(03:44) SAF is made from hydrogen, carbon, and waste materials.
(08:41) Airlines will adopt sustainable fuel, therefore lowering costs.
(10:25) Why electric flight tech lags and SAF infrastructure is more simple.
(14:04) Being a startup leader focusing on sustainability and compliance.
(16:07) Which flight operators are currently using SAF?
(20:35) This episode’s song recommendation.
(21:22) This episode’s mantra.
Featured Artist and Song:
Links mentioned in this episode:
Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance
Everyone Deserves The Chance To Fly by WICKED, music was chosen by Alyssa Norris
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00:00 SAF reduces emissions, fossil reliance, and aids sustainability.
03:44 SAF uses hydrogen, carbon, and various waste sources.
08:46 Increasing SAF adoption will reduce its cost.
10:15 SAF enables existing infrastructure use, batteries are inefficient.
14:03 Startup focuses on sustainability, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
16:05 Alaska and United boost sustainable aviation fuel initiatives.
19:50 Aqualab sponsors moisture analysis in fuels discussion.
Alyssa Norris is the Director of Sustainability at Aether Fuels. She sits down with Zachary Cartwright to discuss how we can produce aviation fuel from waste, and how you don’t have to choose between seeing the world and saving it. Alyssa will shed light on the production, impact, and future of this fuel. We'll also discuss its current usage, the processes involved, and how it plays a crucial role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting a circular economy.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- What is sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)?
- Suitability of SAF versus electric aircraft for long-haul flights
- How to overcome the unwanted presence of water in jet fuel
- Innovative aspects of Aether's technology
- What does a Director of Sustainability do for a company like Aether?
Jump to:
(03:44) SAF is made from hydrogen, carbon, and waste materials.
(08:41) Airlines will adopt sustainable fuel, therefore lowering costs.
(10:25) Why electric flight tech lags and SAF infrastructure is more simple.
(14:04) Being a startup leader focusing on sustainability and compliance.
(16:07) Which flight operators are currently using SAF?
(20:35) This episode’s song recommendation.
(21:22) This episode’s mantra.
Featured Artist and Song:
Links mentioned in this episode:
Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance
Everyone Deserves The Chance To Fly by WICKED, music was chosen by Alyssa Norris
Connect with the show
00:00 SAF reduces emissions, fossil reliance, and aids sustainability.
03:44 SAF uses hydrogen, carbon, and various waste sources.
08:46 Increasing SAF adoption will reduce its cost.
10:15 SAF enables existing infrastructure use, batteries are inefficient.
14:03 Startup focuses on sustainability, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
16:05 Alaska and United boost sustainable aviation fuel initiatives.
19:50 Aqualab sponsors moisture analysis in fuels discussion.
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The Drip by AQUALAB: AI Innovations in Food with Ravi Karkara and Vinay Indraganti
Ravi Karkara and Vinay Indraganti, from AI For Food Global Initiative, join the Drip to discuss their new book ‘The AI for Food Movement’. We'll explore how AI is transforming food production, from creating consistent culinary experiences to enhancing sustainability. Tune in as we address challenges like AI adoption fears and data integration, the role in flavor development and personalized dining, and manufacturing efficiencies.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- Flavor and texture customization through AI
- The use of AI in R&D, production, and logistics
- Revolutionizing quality control in food production with computer vision
- How AI ensures consistent and repeatable food experiences
- Ethical considerations in automation
Jump to:
(03:39) How big data optimizes farming and food logistics.
(08:25) Sustainability innovations in agriculture: AI, emissions and drones.
(10:58) How AI enhances sensory neuroscience and flavor chemistry.
(17:10) The AI vending machine which offers customizable drink combinations.
(24:09) There is a need to promote positive AI perception in processed food.
(26:26) Mastering AI involves data integration and artistry.
(30:08) Building AI-skilled professionals for sustainable food production.
(33:44) Establish boundaries, evaluate regularly, and address ethical implications.
(36:08) Food's cultural, political, and religious dimensions influence meaning.
(41:40) This episode’s song recommendation
(42:24) This episode's mantra
Featured Artist and Song:
Places to Be by Fred again..
Links mentioned in this episode:
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Next Episode
The Drip by AQUALAB: Sustainable Meat Processing Technologies with Lovedeep Kaur
Lovedeep Kaur is an Associate Professor at Massey University in New Zealand. Her specialties include sustainable food processing technologies, circular food systems, and innovative food processing. She joins The Drip to unpack the cutting-edge innovations she is seeing that are transforming the way we process and enjoy meat.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- Understanding new technologies like high-pressure processing and microwave-assisted thermal sterilization
- How enzymatic hydrolysis enhances flavors and nutritional value by breaking down proteins
- Combining plant and animal proteins with 3D food printing
- How less popular cuts like brisket are getting a makeover
- ... and how these innovations will be able to lower the cost of meat
Jump to:
(00:53) How sustainable technology boosts efficient, waste-free meat processing.
(03:46) The ways of enhancing meat flavour, texture and safety.
(07:22) Key technologies that improve protein digestibility and nutrient preservation.
(11:53) Factoring in food safety and public health.
(14:37) This episode’s song recommendation.
(15:28) This episode’s mantra.
Featured Artist and Song:
Links mentioned in this episode:
‘High pressure processing of meat: Effects on ultrastructure and protein digestibility’ (2016) by Lovedeep Kaur et al.
Hass Hass, by Diljit Dosanjh x Sia, music was chosen by Lovedeep Kaur
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00:00 New tech aids sustainable meat processing practices.
03:46 Innovative technologies enhance food flavor and texture.
07:22 Advanced technologies improve protein digestibility and nutrient preservation.
11:53 Technologies improve health, nutrition, and food safety.
13:47 AQUALAB helps the meat industry with moisture control.
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