Infinium, the world’s leading producer of commercially available eFuels, has announced that construction is underway on its second US-based production site, Project Roadrunner, located in Reeves County, Texas, near the city of Pecos. Backed by investors Brookfield Asset Management and Breakthrough Energy Catalyst, the facility is poised to become the world’s largest eFuels production site upon completion.
Once operational, Roadrunner is expected to produce 23,000 tonnes annually (7.6 million gallons) of sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) and other eFuel products. Customers for the fuels include global aviation leaders such as American Airlines and IAG, the parent company of British Airways, Aer Lingus, and other international airline brands.
Project Roadrunner under construction in Pecos, Texas
“Infinium’s Project Roadrunner marks a huge achievement for the fuel industry,” said Robert Schuetzle, CEO of Infinium. “Not only will the project produce commercial eSAF for its customers, it will bring highly skilled jobs and economic growth to the Pecos community and the state of Texas. This project demonstrates our ongoing commitment—and that of our investors and partners—to maintaining the United States’ leadership in energy security, resilience and innovation.”
eFuels are synthetic, drop-in fuels created from waste CO₂ and renewable energy, chemically identical to conventional petroleum-based fuels. They can be used across the transportation and chemicals sectors without requiring changes to existing engines or infrastructure. Infinium’s technology offers a scalable, low-carbon alternative that fits seamlessly into the global supply chain.
In 2023, Infinium became the first company in the world to produce and ship commercial volumes of eFuels from its Project Pathfinder facility in Corpus Christi, Texas. Project Roadrunner marks the next stage in scaling production and investment.
A Major Investment in Texas and Beyond
With financial backing secured from Brookfield and Breakthrough Energy Catalyst, Roadrunner is now under active development. The project represents a significant infrastructure investment in the region, supporting skilled jobs across construction, fabrication, operations, and logistics throughout Texas.
The facility will convert captured CO₂ and renewable power into eFuels using new renewable energy assets purpose-built for the site. Infinium has secured a 150 MW wind power purchase agreement with a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources to support production.
“We are pleased to support Infinium’s Roadrunner project, which reflects a significant step forward for an emerging new market for renewable electricity,” said Petter Skantze, SVP of infrastructure development at NextEra Energy Resources.
Infinium has also selected Electric Hydrogen to supply its 100 MW HYPRPlant electrolyser system, which will be used for on-site green hydrogen production—further future-proofing the facility for potential hydrogen offtake opportunities.
Supplying eSAF Domestically and Internationally
The eSAF produced at Roadrunner will be sold in the US and exported to international markets, including the UK under a landmark agreement with IAG. The UK’s SAF Mandate requires 10 percent of all jet fuel used in flights departing the UK to be sourced from sustainable feedstocks by 2030.
“The construction of Project Roadrunner represents a real step forward in the production of sustainable aviation fuel at scale,” said Jonathon Counsell, group sustainability officer at IAG. “We’re proud to be an early customer and remain committed to our 10 percent 2030 SAF goal.”
A Model for Global Energy Transition
The project is a leading example of next-generation clean energy technology, rapidly progressing from pilot to finance-ready infrastructure.
“At Breakthrough Energy Catalyst, we are proud to have partnered with Infinium from the onset to help shape this project,” said Mario Fernandez, head of Breakthrough Energy Catalyst.
Laura Hellman, SVP at Brookfield, added: “Our investments in Infinium and Project Roadrunner are our first commitments to sustainable aviation fuel. We’re excited to help advance sustainability in the aviation sector in alignment with our investment strategy.”
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