Infinium, a global leader in the production of commercial electrofuels (eFuels), has officially commenced construction on its second U.S.-based production site, dubbed Project Roadrunner. Located in Reeves County near Pecos, Texas, the project is backed by prominent investors Brookfield Asset Management and Breakthrough Energy Catalyst.
Once operational, the site is set to become the largest eFuels production facility in the world, with an expected annual output of 23,000 tonnes (equivalent to 7.6 million gallons) of sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) and related products. Among its confirmed customers are major aviation players including American Airlines and IAG—the parent company of British Airways, Aer Lingus, and other global carriers.
“This project is a significant milestone for the future of fuel,” said Infinium CEO Robert Schuetzle. “Not only will Project Roadrunner deliver commercial volumes of sustainable fuel to our partners, but it will also bring highly skilled jobs and economic growth to the Pecos region and the state of Texas. It stands as a testament to our shared commitment—with investors and partners—to keeping the U.S. at the forefront of energy innovation and resilience.”
Revolutionizing Fuel with eFuels
eFuels are synthetic alternatives to traditional petroleum-based fuels, produced using captured waste CO₂ and renewable electricity. Chemically identical to conventional fuels, these drop-in solutions can be used across existing engines and infrastructure—making them an immediate and practical pathway to emissions reduction across transport and industrial sectors.
In 2023, Infinium became the first company globally to produce and deliver commercial volumes of eFuels to customers in the U.S. and Europe through its Project Pathfinder facility in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Project Roadrunner: Progress and Impact
Financially backed by Brookfield and Breakthrough Energy Catalyst, the Roadrunner facility is currently under construction. The project represents a significant investment in West Texas and is expected to support a broad range of skilled jobs across construction, operations, fabrication, and logistics throughout the state.
Key commercial contracts, including feedstock supply, vendor partnerships, and customer offtake agreements, have been structured to de-risk the project and attract the infrastructure capital needed to grow the eFuels market at scale.
The plant will use renewable energy and captured CO₂ to produce eSAF, utilizing dedicated renewable power assets built specifically for the project. The fuels will be supplied both within the U.S. and to international markets. Under a notable agreement with IAG, a portion of the eSAF produced will be shipped to the UK to support compliance with the country’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Mandate, which requires 10% of jet fuel from sustainable sources by 2030.
“This development marks a pivotal moment in our journey to decarbonize aviation,” said Jonathon Counsell, Group Sustainability Officer at IAG. “We’re proud to be among the first to source eSAF from Infinium and are committed to meeting our 10% SAF goal by 2030. While progress is being made, continued policy support and incentives are essential to scaling production.”
Powering the Future with Renewable Energy and Hydrogen
The Roadrunner facility has secured 150 MW of new wind power capacity from a NextEra Energy Resources subsidiary through a long-term agreement.
“We’re proud to support this transformative project,” said Petter Skantze, SVP of Infrastructure Development at NextEra Energy Resources. “It reflects how the U.S. can leverage its energy resources to meet global demand while promoting clean energy growth.”
Additionally, Electric Hydrogen will supply a 100 MW HYPRPlant system for on-site green hydrogen production, serving the plant’s immediate needs and enabling future offtake potential.
Backed by Visionary Investors
“Project Roadrunner is a prime example of how advanced technologies can evolve rapidly from concept to finance-ready infrastructure,” noted Mario Fernandez, Head of Breakthrough Energy Catalyst. “Our collaboration with Infinium helped shape the foundation needed to bring this ambitious project to life.”
Brookfield’s Laura Hellman, SVP, echoed this sentiment: “This marks our first investment in sustainable aviation fuel. Partnering with Infinium aligns perfectly with our broader strategy to promote sustainability in energy-intensive industries like aviation.”
Scaling the Market and Lowering Carbon
Project Roadrunner exemplifies Infinium’s approach to developing scalable, low-carbon fuel alternatives that integrate seamlessly with current infrastructure. By offering both pure and blended fuel solutions, Infinium’s eFuels can help reduce the carbon footprint of today’s global energy systems.
As the company accelerates development of similar facilities in the U.S. and internationally, it aims to expand fuel diversity and availability while supporting decarbonization across hard-to-abate sectors.
