How a facility turning plastic into jet fuel could solve the UK’s next oil crisis
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By The Independent
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UK researchers have developed an innovative technology that converts waste plastic into sustainable aviation fuel, offering a promising solution to global jet fuel supply challenges. This breakthrough facility in Kent demonstrates how circular economy principles can address aviation's environmental concerns while tackling plastic waste. The conversion process could help airlines reduce dependency on traditional fossil fuels while creating economic value from discarded materials, representing a significant step toward decarbonizing the aviation industry.
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