Room: King Willem Alexander
Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026
Time: 10:15 - 11:15 CEST
Session code CP.1
Advances in innovative biomaterial production processes
Biomass-to-Jet Fuel and Beyond: China’s SAF Market, Policy Signals, and Innovation Ecosystem
Short Introductive summary
China’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry is entering a new stage of development. As biomass-based pathways gain industrial momentum, the broader conversation is expanding toward scale, market formation, policy alignment, and the long-term role of SAF within the energy transition. This presentation will offer a strategic overview of how the Chinese SAF landscape is evolving and how it connects to global developments. The session will touch upon key technological directions-from biomass-based routes to emerging next-generation solutions-and share perspectives on recent market signals, regulatory developments, and cross-industry collaboration. It will also highlight the growing innovation ecosystem around SAF, including startups and new technology players shaping future supply chains.
Presenter
Bella ZHANG
Envision Hongshan Carbon Neutrality Fund, P.R. CHINA
Presenter's biography
Bella Zhang serves as Head of Global SAF Strategy and Vice President of the Envision Hongshan Carbon Neutrality Fund. Prior to joining Envision Hongshan, Bella founded and spearheaded Plug and Play’s Energy & Sustainability initiatives in China.
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Session reference: CP.1.2