• The Philippines is positioning itself as a leader in sustainable aviation fuel production and usage, leveraging its abundant agricultural waste feedstock to meet domestic demand and support exports
• The Department of Transportation, in partnership with Boeing, reaffirmed its commitment to SAF innovation and collaboration during the Philippines’ hosting of the SAF Forum 1
• SAF can reduce aviation emissions by up to 80%, making it a key component in decarbonizing the aviation industry
The Philippines is positioning itself as a leader in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and usage, leveraging its abundant agricultural waste feedstock to meet domestic demand and support exports, according to a joint Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Boeing statement.
During the country’s hosting of the SAF Forum 1, DOTr in collaboration with Boeing reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating the transition to SAF through innovation and multi-sector partnerships.
According to the DOTr, the country has “sufficient agricultural waste feedstock” to sustain its entire jet fuel consumption, with potential for export. The department also highlighted the broader economic benefits of SAF development, including job creation and knowledge transfer within the industry.
“The success of the Philippines SAF Forum underscores our commitment to a sustainable aviation sector. By fostering innovation and partnerships, we are paving the way for the Philippines to become a leader in SAF production and usage,” the transport department said.
SAF is a key solution to reducing the aviation sector’s carbon footprint, with the potential to cut emissions by up to 80% compared to traditional jet fuel, according to industry experts.
Boeing Southeast Asia President Penny Burtt emphasized the company’s long-standing relationship with the Philippine aviation sector and its shared goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
“Boeing has a longstanding relationship with the Philippines and its aviation industry. We’re committed to continuing our work with the Philippines’ Department of Transportation and multi-industry partners to accelerate aviation decarbonization and capacity building locally,” Burtt said.
Southeast Asia’s feedstock availability could supply 12% of global SAF demand by 2050, according to a report developed by the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials and supported by Boeing. The report also shared that the Philippines and its ASEAN counterparts, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia, account for 90% of the region’s SAF supply capacity.
Meanwhile, the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines aims for a 5% SAF blend by 2030, aligning with the aviation industry’s sustainability commitments.
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