The partnership, hosted by Montreal’s McGill University, will provide a primary study of the various processes and raw materials available for alternative fuel production, by exploring new pathways and the overall sustainability of solutions.
Air Canada noted that it has already operated two flights with biofuel, reducing pollutant emissions, and is keen to take part in the project for the development of a source of alternative fuel in Canada.
Airbus New Energies program manager Frédéric Eychenne said, "Any new alternative fuel has to work on existing and future aircraft without modification while meeting certification requirements.
"Airbus supports this project to ensure that the solutions are sustainable, affordable and technically suitable for all aircraft."
Earlier in June 2012, Airbus and Air Canada had operated North America’s first Perfect Flight over international borders, reducing CO2 emissions by around 40% compared to a regular flight.
