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15. Sustainable Aviation Fuel: A Future Outlook

Author : Claudia Gutiérrez-Antonio

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Abstract

The chapter begins by highlighting the urgent need for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in reducing the aviation sector's carbon footprint, which accounts for a significant portion of global emissions. It discusses the ambitious goals set by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to achieve carbon-neutral growth and reduce emissions by 2050. The text explores the four-pillar strategy proposed to meet these objectives, with a particular focus on the development of alternative fuels as the most promising avenue. It delves into the various types of biomass that can be used to produce SAF, including triglycerides, lignocellulosic materials, and sugar and starchy feedstocks, each with its own conversion pathways and challenges. The chapter also examines the technical standards and sustainability certifications required for SAF, such as those set by the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) and the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). It provides a detailed overview of the advancements in SAF production technologies, including hydroprocessing, pyrolysis, and gasification, and discusses the economic and environmental considerations associated with each method. The text concludes by highlighting the future directions and challenges in the production of SAF, emphasizing the need for innovation, standardization, and the integration of renewable energy sources to achieve a sustainable aviation sector.
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Metadata
Title
Sustainable Aviation Fuel: A Future Outlook
Author
Claudia Gutiérrez-Antonio
Copyright Year
2025
Book
Sustainable Aviation Fuels

Print ISBN: 978-3-031-83720-3

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-031-83721-0

Copyright Year: 2025

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-83721-0_15

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