Meg Gentle, HIF Global, on Scaling E-Fuels for Aviation and Heavy Transport

Low-carbon fuels could work in today's engines, pipelines and refineries—without rebuilding the entire energy system. Meg Gentle, Executive Director of the Board at HIF Global, joins Atul Arya to discuss how e-fuels—synthetic hydrocarbons made from renewable electricity, water and recycled CO₂—could help decarbonize sectors where electrification is difficult. The conversation explores how "drop-in" fuels can leverage existing infrastructure, why aviation and shipping are key early markets, and what it will take to scale global production—from certification systems to partnerships across the fuel value chain. Key topics: Producing gasoline from renewable electricity, water and recycled CO₂ Drop-in fuels that work with today's vehicles and fuel infrastructure Scaling e-fuel production and reducing costs through larger facilities Sustainable aviation fuel as a key pathway for aviation decarbonization Direct air capture as a future CO₂ source for synthetic fuels Global carbon accounting and certification systems to enable trade This episode builds ahead to CERAWeek 2026, March 23–27 in Houston, where leaders will examine how molecules and electrons together will shape the next phase of the energy transition. Learn more at ceraweek.com