Overview of the Update The European Commission has released an updated directory of competent authorities designated by each Member State to enforce Regulation (EU) 2023/2405, widely known as ReFuelEU Aviation. This legislation is central to the EU’s broader decarbonisation agenda, promoting a structured uptake of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) across […]
A Turning Point in Climate and Trade Strategy In a defining moment for European climate diplomacy, the UK and the EU have agreed to link their Emissions Trading Schemes (ETS). Announced at the UK-EU Reset Summit on 19 May, the agreement promises substantial financial savings, simplified compliance, and strategic alignment
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Renewing the Foundations for a Shared Future On 19 May 2025, the United Kingdom and the European Union convened for their first formal summit since Brexit. This was not merely a diplomatic event—it marked the unveiling of a bold Strategic Partnership. Framed across three essential agreements—the Joint Statement, the Common
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Background on the Regulation The European Commission has released the latest update (as of 5 May 2025) detailing the competent authorities responsible for enforcing Regulation (EU) 2023/2405 — the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation. This legislation ensures a level playing field for sustainable air transport across the EU. Enforcement Responsibilities by Entity
The European Commission has released its updated list of aviation fuel suppliers that fall under the scope of the ReFuelEU Aviation regulation for the 2025 reporting period. This comprehensive update, dated April 29, 2025, identifies companies across all EU Member States and several associated nations that are obligated to meet
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Regulation (EU) 2023/2405: Enabling Sustainable Air Transport The European Commission has issued an updated list, dated 16 April 2025, of the national authorities tasked with enforcing the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation (EU) 2023/2405. This legislation supports the EU’s Green Deal by mandating the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) to ensure
The Three-Decade Trajectory Toward a Unified Climate Response Few industries reflect the intricacies of global governance as sharply as international aviation. Its carbon footprint, cutting across jurisdictions and national policies, has long been a conundrum for climate strategists. Yet, the story of how the aviation sector aligned under one harmonized
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The European Commission has released an updated list of aircraft operators established under Articles 2.4 and 3.3 of the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation. This document, last updated on 8 April 2025, is a critical resource for stakeholders monitoring compliance for the 2024 reporting period. Overview of the Update This comprehensive list
Introduction to the RSTS Framework The European Commission has introduced the Reference Set of Technical Specifications (RSTS) to enhance Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems for aviation emissions—specifically focusing on non-CO₂ effects. This framework supports the EU ETS and ReFuelEU Aviation Regulations by aligning technical methodologies across stakeholders. Purpose and
On 25 March 2025, the European Commission published the updated List of Aviation Fuel Suppliers in-scope of ReFuelEU Aviation. This document outlines the suppliers accountable for meeting the regulation’s sustainability requirements during the 2025 reporting period. Wider Geographic Scope The updated list spans all EU Member States, identifying both domestic
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Strengthening Verification for Emissions Reduction Claims The Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection (CAEP) has released supplementary guidance aimed at supporting verification bodies in assessing emissions reduction claims from CORSIA Eligible Fuels (CEFs). Endorsed at CAEP/13 in February 2025, the guidance aligns with the second edition of Annex 16 – Volume
The European Commission has published its final report on the production and supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) in Union airports and the feasibility of a SAF tradability system within the EU. This study supports the implementation of the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation (EU) 2023/2405, which mandates a gradual increase in
The European Commission’s latest ReFuelEU Aviation SAF flexibility mechanism report outlines the progress and challenges in integrating sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) across the EU. The flexibility mechanism, applicable from 2025 to 2034, allows aviation fuel suppliers to distribute SAF across Union airports based on a weighted average, ensuring a smooth
The European aviation sector takes another step toward sustainability with the release of ReFuelEU Aviation Fuel Monitoring Tool Version 1.5. This update strengthens compliance with the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation, enhancing fuel data monitoring and reporting accuracy. Key improvements in Version 1.5 include: As sustainability regulations tighten, Version 1.5 provides essential
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The European Commission has published an updated list of aircraft operators that fall under the scope of ReFuelEU Aviation for the 2024 reporting period. This update, dated 10 March 2025, outlines the entities required to comply with the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blending mandates and reporting obligations under the regulation.
