Gevo, Inc., a company focused on renewable fuels, chemicals, and carbon management solutions, has secured U.S. Patent No. 12,486,207 B2 from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The newly granted patent extends protection to a wider range of catalyst combinations and specifically covers the application of Ethanol-to-Olefins (ETO) technology for fuel production.
The company is advancing the development of its ETO platform through partnerships with LG Chem, Ltd. for renewable chemical applications, and with Axens and IFP Energies nouvelles (IFPEN) for fuel-related uses. The patented process enables the conversion of ethanol into light olefins, which can then be transformed into transportation fuels using established Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) technologies. These olefins can also serve as affordable renewable chemical feedstocks, including bio-propylene. According to Gevo, continued progress in ETO technology could result in capital and operating cost reductions of up to 35 percent compared with existing methods.
Commenting on the development, Gevo President Dr. Paul Bloom said the company is focused on creating the most efficient routes for converting ethanol into fuels and chemicals. He noted that securing the patent strengthens Gevo’s proprietary technology base and supports a more economical pathway to renewable jet fuel for both the company and its partners. Bloom added that Gevo is steadily expanding its intellectual property portfolio with the goal of achieving long-term cost leadership in Alcohol-to-Jet technologies.
Gevo plans to lead the initial rollout of its ETO technology in North America, a move expected to boost economic activity and job creation in rural communities. Meanwhile, Axens is set to support global deployment by offering licensing, equipment supply, and engineering services.
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