Phillips 66 signs long-term used cooking oil supply agreement for SAF production

US energy company Phillips 66 has signed a long-term agreement with Restaurant Technologies, Inc. to secure supplies of used cooking oil (UCO) for the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel. The feedstock will be collected from restaurants and foodservice establishments across the United States. The agreement aims to ensure stable feedstock supplies for biofuel production amid growing demand for low-carbon fuels.

ISCC-certified used cooking oil will be delivered to the Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex in California, owned by Phillips 66 and considered one of the world’s largest renewable fuel production facilities. The feedstock will be processed into SAF and renewable diesel. Using food industry waste helps reduce the biofuel sector’s dependence on virgin vegetable feedstocks and lower greenhouse gas emissions throughout the fuel lifecycle.

Restaurant Technologies operates a nationwide used cooking oil collection network covering more than 45 thsd foodservice locations across the United States. Its closed-loop system ensures the collection and transportation of feedstock with consistent quality characteristics. This helps reduce the need for additional oil pretreatment before processing and improves renewable fuel production efficiency.

Phillips 66 said the new agreement will strengthen feedstock supply security amid growing competition for used oils and fats among SAF and renewable diesel producers. Long-term contracts are becoming increasingly important for the biofuel industry, allowing companies to plan capacity utilization and reduce the risk of supply disruptions. In addition, the use of certified feedstocks is expected to help airlines and other customers verify emissions reductions achieved through the transition to renewable fuels.

Amid rising global demand for SAF, used cooking oil remains one of the most sought-after feedstocks for biofuel production. Its use is supported by its environmental characteristics and recognition under international certification systems. Meanwhile, intensifying competition for available UCO supplies is encouraging renewable fuel producers to sign long-term agreements with companies specializing in the collection and preparation of used oils and fats.

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