IATA will launch the SAF Registry in early 2025 to promote sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), supported by airlines and authorities. India has significant SAF production potential. SAF is expected to contribute 65% of CO2 reductions by 2050, needing a large increase in production. IATA highlights SAF's vital role in aviation decarbonization.
By Shreya M
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced plans to create the SAF Registry, aimed at speeding up the adoption of sustainable aviation fuel by providing authoritative tracking and reporting of emissions reductions achieved through its use. The registry is slated for launch in the first quarter of 2025.
Seventeen airlines, alongside one airline group, six national authorities, three Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and a fuel producer, have all thrown their weight behind the development of the registry. This collaborative effort signifies a strong industry commitment to advancing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) adoption. Hemant Mistry, who serves as IATA's Director of Net Zero Transition, emphasized during discussions that India boasts substantial potential for SAF production. This endorsement underscores the global recognition of India's role in driving the transition towards more sustainable aviation practices.
In response to the increased demand for air travel, domestic airlines in India, one of the fastest-growing civil aviation markets, are boosting their fleets. As to the organisation, 31 nations are presently hosting 140 SAF projects that have been identified.During an IATA AGM briefing, Marie Owens Thomsen, Senior VP of Sustainability & Chief Economist at IATA, said that achieving net zero emissions may be accomplished through a combination of techniques. She underlined that SAF, which will account for 65% of CO2 reductions by 2050, will make the largest contribution. She pointed out that in order to achieve 500 million tonnes by 2050, SAF output would need to rise by around 1,000 times from its 2023 level.
IATA stated in a statement that up to 65% of the entire carbon mitigation required to attain net zero carbon emissions in air travel by 2050 is anticipated to come from SAF.
"The decarbonisation of aircraft depends on SAF. IATA Director General Willie Walsh stated, "Airlines want more SAF and stand ready to use every drop of it." Over 330 airlines, or more than 80% of all airlines worldwide, are represented by IATA. Indian airlines are a part of this, such as IndiGo and Air India.
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