Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment of Hybrid Aviation Fuel Using ML-Based Optimization of Green and Blue Hydrogen Production

This proposal outlines a sustainable pathway for Qatar to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) using both blue and green hydrogen technologies. Given Qatar's vast natural gas reserves and abundant sunlight, the country is uniquely positioned to leverage its existing infrastructure to contribute to global decarbonization efforts while advancing its climate goals. This project seeks to shape the future of Qatar’s aviation industry by adopting more sustainable fuel options. The primary objective is to assess the feasibility of green, blue, and hybrid hydrogen-based SAF using a Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (LCSA) approach. The research will: Explore cost-effective SAF production using Life Cycle Cost (LCC) analysis. Assess the environmental feasibility of green, blue, and hybrid hydrogen fuels using Environmental Life Cycle Assessment (ELCA). Evaluate the social impact of these fuels using Social Life Cycle Assessment (S-LCA). Qatar can optimize solar-powered hydrogen in summer and natural gas-based hydrogen in winter, ensuring a year-round supply. A comparative analysis using Open LCA and SimaPro will guide policy decisions and stakeholder strategies for sustainable SAF implementation.

University of Doha for Science and Technology