Sarawak Pioneers in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Production
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) can reduce carbon emissions by 80 per cent. By mid-June in 2022, SAF powered some 450,000 flights. For example, the popular low-cost carrier, AirAsia, is currently exploring options to introduce SAF into its fuel mix before 2025.
However, last year, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) usage reached only 600 million litres or 0.5MT. This is double the amount produced in 2022 but still amounts to only 0.2 per cent of all aviation fuel produced globally. A limited production volume means SAF will be much more expensive than conventional jet fuel, as there will be fewer takers for this environmentally-friendly alternative due to cost factors.
