The European Commission has released a report assessing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and supply at Union airports alongside a feasibility study on a tradability system for SAF. This study supports the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation, which mandates increasing SAF adoption to decarbonize aviation.
Key Findings on SAF Production and Supply
SAF production in the EU remains limited, with current capacity at 0.67 million tonnes (Mt) per year, mostly concentrated in Western Europe. Meeting the 2030 6% SAF blending target requires expanding production capacity and addressing logistical barriers.
Tradability System for SAF
The study explores a virtual trading system for SAF, allowing fuel suppliers to trade SAF compliance credits. This could enhance market liquidity and support SAF adoption but requires robust sustainability certification and emissions tracking to ensure credibility.
Conclusion
The report recommends continuing to monitor SAF supply chains, expanding production capacity, and taking a structured approach to SAF tradability to support cost-effective compliance with EU regulations.
Download Document File Here: Assessment of the production and supply of SAF in Union airports and study on the feasibility of the creation of a system of tradability of SAF in the EU