Highbury Energy and WBCEC advance SAF and RD project in Ontario

Emerging Fuel Technology (EFT) licensee Highbury Energy and WBCEC are advancing a CAD $210 million (€129 million) indigenous-led biomass-to-fuels project in Fort Frances, Ontario, after successfully completing a FEED study.
The facility will produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel, creating jobs and positioning Northern Ontario as a leader in renewable fuels.
In January, EFT announced a master license agreement with Highbury Energy that included a Site License Agreement for a biomass-to-fuels project in partnership with Wanagekong-Biiwega'iganan Clean Energy Corporation (WBCEC).
WBCEC—a unique Indigenous-led, industry-supported consortium—has completed its FEED study, validating both the technology and business model.
With that milestone achieved, the project is advancing into final design and engineering for the project.
The Fort Frances-based project is expected to be commissioned in 2028 and will position Northern Ontario as a leader in climate solutions and low-carbon intensity renewable fuel production.
Highbury's Chief Executive Officer, Len Bykowski, commented: "This game-changing partnership combines Highbury Energy and EFT's cutting-edge technologies with the strength of 10 First Nation communities—backed by all levels of government."