In a bold leap toward cementing Israel’s global technological supremacy, the Israel Innovation Authority has unveiled a monumental NIS 100 million ($28 million) investment to revolutionize two groundbreaking fields: Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Intelligent Integrated Sensing and Communication (IISAC). This high-stakes initiative will unite Israel’s most formidable industrial powerhouses, elite academic institutions, and international corporate giants to push the frontiers of aviation and communications into a new era of technological dominance.
Aviation Revolution: The Green Fuel of the Future
With the aviation industry responsible for a staggering 2-4% of global CO₂ emissions from energy sources, pressure to curtail environmental impact has reached a fever pitch. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has set an audacious target to slash aviation emissions by 50% by 2050. Israel, never one to lag behind, is stepping up with an ambitious SAF consortium designed to spearhead a new wave of eco-friendly aviation fuels that will redefine the industry.
Israel, Boeing Launch Sustainable Aviation Fuel Knowledge Center at Technion - @JewishPress - https://t.co/Cqp0OzKY6v pic.twitter.com/QGzfIyDJf8
— JewishPress.com (@JewishPress) December 25, 2024
Over the next three years, the SAF initiative—executed in partnership with global aerospace titan Boeing—will focus on developing cost-effective, bio-based jet fuel derived from a diverse array of renewable sources, including:
- Used cooking oil
- Solid organic waste
- Synthetic gas
- Residues from the wood and paper industries
- Recycled plastics
This initiative isn’t just about saving the planet—it’s about economic transformation. By leveraging these alternative fuels, Israeli airlines, the Air Force, and international markets will gain access to a sustainable, high-performance aviation fuel, positioning Israel as a major global supplier of next-generation fuel additives and components.
IATA’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Accounting & Reporting Methodology – developed with 40+ airline experts worldwide – sets a global standard for accurately measuring CO2 emissions reduction from sustainable fuels ✈️.
— IATA (@IATA) February 3, 2025
More on #SAF Methodology 👇 https://t.co/MJpIZHs6YF pic.twitter.com/iKIfOWDTcA
Participating Powerhouses:
- Bazan Group Oil Refineries Ltd.
- Ashdod Refinery
- Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)
- Gaia Biotechnologies Ltd.
- Enzymotec Ltd.
Reclaiming Leadership in Global Communications
- Ben-Gurion University
- Technion – Israel Institute of Technology
- Bar-Ilan University
- Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Alon Stopel, Chairman of the Israel Innovation Authority, declared: “The alternative fuels sector perfectly aligns with Israel’s focus on climate technologies. This initiative is more than an environmental imperative—it is an economic game-changer that will secure Israel’s place at the forefront of aviation innovation and open lucrative new global market opportunities.”
Reclaiming Leadership in Global Communications
As the race for Beyond 5G and 6G communication supremacy heats up, Israel is making a strategic comeback with the IISAC consortium—a revolutionary initiative aimed at integrating positioning, sensing, and ultra-fast communication into a unified intelligent smart network.
With applications spanning autonomous systems, defense, smart cities, industrial IoT (Internet of Things), and beyond, this initiative is set to redefine the very fabric of modern digital infrastructure. By harnessing precise 4D location tracking (position + time), real-time situational awareness, and ultra-fast response times, Israel is poised to slash costs, optimize efficiency, and outpace international competition in the communications sphere.
Industry Leaders in the IISAC Consortium:
- CEVA
- Parallel Wireless
- Cognata
- Senstation
- Cellcom
Cutting-Edge Academic Research Teams:
- Ben-Gurion University
- Tel Aviv University
- Bar-Ilan University
- Ariel University
Aviv Zeevi, Vice President of the Israel Innovation Authority and Head of Innovation Infrastructure, emphasized: “For years, Israel was a dominant force in global telecommunications. However, the market has since been overtaken by international giants. The IISAC consortium represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for Israeli companies to reclaim their leadership role in the industry, driving unparalleled technological breakthroughs that will shape the future of global communications.”
Wow this is incredible. Take a look at this
— Kosher🎗🧡 (@koshercockney) February 10, 2025
Israeli scientists at Tel Aviv university never ever fail to amaze me.
The Jewish and Israeli tech community has always produced groundbreaking ingenuity like this.
Some of the best minds on the planet 🇮🇱
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A Vision for the Future
By combining deep-tech expertise, cutting-edge research, and strategic international partnerships, the Israel Innovation Authority’s investment in SAF and IISAC is more than just a technological leap—it’s a bold statement. Israel is not merely participating in the global innovation race; it is leading the charge, redefining industries, and securing its place at the pinnacle of deep-tech excellence.
With the eyes of the world fixed on these groundbreaking initiatives, the future of sustainable aviation and next-gen communications is being built—right here, in the heart of the Startup Nation.
