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7. Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production: Step Towards a More Prosperous and Energy-Independent Future

Authors : Prerna Tripathi, Abhay Kumar Choubey

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The chapter delves into the critical role of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and promoting energy independence in the aviation sector. It examines the various feedstocks available for SAF production, ranging from first-generation food crops to fourth-generation genetically modified organisms and non-biological resources. The text provides an in-depth analysis of different production pathways, including hydroprocessed renewable jet (HRJ) fuels, Fischer–Tropsch (FT) fuels, and alcohol-to-jet (ATJ) processes, highlighting their unique advantages and challenges. The chapter also explores the environmental and economic considerations of SAF production, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices that do not compromise food security or ecosystem integrity. Furthermore, it discusses the current obstacles in the commercialization of SAF, such as feedstock availability, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory hurdles, and offers recommendations for overcoming these challenges. The future prospects of SAF are also examined, with a focus on the potential of advanced technologies and policy interventions to drive the widespread adoption of sustainable aviation fuels. The chapter concludes with a call for continued research, innovation, and collaboration to accelerate the transition to a more prosperous and energy-independent future for the aviation industry.
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Metadata
Title
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production: Step Towards a More Prosperous and Energy-Independent Future
Authors
Prerna Tripathi
Abhay Kumar Choubey
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_7

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