Briefing

ReFuelEU Aviation: T&E’s recommendations on the biofuel definition

July 1, 2022

Which feedstocks should be eligible?

Sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) have an important role to play in the decarbonisation of aviation. But to realise their potential, it is vital that we select the right type of fuels and avoid unsustainable practices. It is therefore concerning that the European Parliament’s Transport (TRAN) committee has expanded the definition of SAFs to include recycled carbon fuels and widen the feedstock base for biofuels. Find T&E’s recommendations on what feedstock should be eligible and how to guarantee the ‘sustainability’ of SAFs attached.

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