British Airways partnered with sustainable fuel company Velocys, allowing the carrier to “supply its aircraft fleet with increasing amounts of sustainable jet fuel in the next decade.”

The initiative will focus on the development of “a series of waste plants that convert household waste into renewable jet fuel to power its fleet.”

The plants will convert hundreds of thousands of tons of waste each year as British Airways moves toward its goal of reducing net emissions by 50 percent by 2050. The airline says the plant, still being planned, should produce enough fuel to power the entire Boeing 787 Dreamliner flight from London (LHR) to San Jose, Calif. (SJC), for one year.

The airline says the project will be the first of its scale, and the fuel will enable it to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent compared to regular fossil fuel.

“Sustainable fuels will play an increasingly critical role in global aviation, and we are preparing for that future,” said Willie Walsh, CEO, IAG. “Turning household waste into jet fuel is an amazing innovation that produces clean fuel while reducing landfill. From developing innovative operating techniques, to investing in the most modern and efficient aircraft, we have a strong track record in researching, identifying and implementing ways to reduce emissions. This partnership continues this tradition, and shows how we are investing in our long-term future – and that of our customers.”