In the Kostanay Region, a plant for the production of environmentally friendly sustainable aviation fuel will be built, with bioethanol as the key feedstock. An innovative project for the production of bioethanol – an environmentally clean type of fuel – is being implemented in parallel. This was announced by the Akim (Governor) of the Kostanay Region, Kumar Aksakalov.

Within the framework of the international exhibition of green technologies and sustainable solutions RES 2026 EXPO, taking place in Astana, JSC "NC KazMunayGas", LLP "KazFoodProducts", and the company KBR (USA) signed an agreement on the basic design for the construction of a plant for the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the Kostanay Region.

Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is an environmentally clean aviation fuel produced from non-petroleum feedstock, which reduces carbon emissions from air transport. Within the framework of the project under consideration, bioethanol is considered as the main feedstock for SAF production (the "ethanol-to-jet" or "alcohol-to-jet" process). 

Within the framework of the European Union's policy for developing a "green" economy and reducing the carbon footprint, mandatory norms have been established for the gradual increase in the share of SAF: from 2% in 2025 to 70% by 2050.

LLP "KazFoodProducts" has also begun construction of a new bioethanol plant with a planned capacity of 412 thousand tons of deep wheat processing per year.

This plant will produce bioethanol, which will be used as feedstock in SAF production.

151 billion tenge will be directed to the construction of the aforementioned plants.    

KBR provides scientific, technological, and engineering solutions to government structures and companies worldwide. The company serves clients in more than 80 countries and conducts operational activities in more than 29 countries.

"Green" energy – the foundation of economic growth and environmental security

Another project in the field of "green" energy is the construction of a 1000 MW wind power plant. The project is being implemented by LLP "Turan Wind Energy". It is aimed at developing renewable energy sources.

As part of the construction, the installation of 160 wind turbines with a capacity of 6.25 MW each is planned.  

The investment volume is estimated at 468 billion tenge.

"Most importantly, the wind power plants will supply energy to the aforementioned bioethanol and aviation fuel plants," noted the head of the region.

PS. Thus, in the Kostanay Region, an effective transition to a "green" economy is becoming possible thanks to the implementation of unique projects. Approximately 620 billion tenge, directed towards the construction of the bioethanol plant, SAF plant, and wind power plant, will be invested in ensuring the environmental cleanliness of the region and preserving its natural potential for the future, as well as the sustainable economic growth of the region and the country.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1208179?lang=kk