IATA Raises Concerns Over Sustainable Aviation Fuel Supply Challenges
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) raised concerns about the airline industry's struggle to secure sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). IATA's Director General, Willie Walsh, emphasized the slow progress in adopting SAF, citing high costs as a limiting factor.
The industry aims to curb carbon emissions, with SAF production projected to reach 1.9 million tons by 2025, representing only 0.6% of total jet fuel consumption. Mandates requiring airlines to include a percentage of SAF in their fuel mix are expected to push prices higher, potentially dampening voluntary demand.
Singapore is at the forefront of promoting green jet fuel, with plans to increase the SAF blend ratio to 3-5% by 2030. The country will also impose levies on flights departing from Singapore with a higher SAF mix, aiming to support its green aviation goals.
Several companies, including Google and Singapore Airlines, have volunteered to participate in trials to promote SAF adoption.
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