Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) has been one of the energy investment priorities in the UAE over the years.
The UAE adopted a comprehensive strategy to address energy challenges and climate change.
The United Arab Emirates is working on developing and promoting the use of sustainable aviation fuel.
Along with encouraging investment and technology partnerships with the private sector and international companies.
As the UAE aims to achieve climate neutrality and reduce carbon emissions.
About Sustainable Aviation fuel:
The production of sustainable aviation fuel is done through renewable and non-renewable sources, such as agricultural waste, forests, solid waste, and industrial waste.
Sustainable aviation fuel is produced by converting these raw materials into fuel that can be used in aircraft jet engines.
In Fact, the UAE efforts have resulted in significant achievements in the field of sustainable aviation fuel production.
The national airline “Etihad Airways” achieved a 26% reduction in carbon emissions per metric ton of revenue.
Also Emirates airline successfully conducted the first experimental flight.
As one of the aircraft’s engines operated on 100% sustainable SAF fuel, in partnership with Boeing and General Electric.
Never to forget “Masdar”, the national energy company in the UAE.
Masdar is one of the most important companies supporting investment in sustainable aviation fuel.
Moreover, Masdar is working to achieve sustainability in the aviation sector and accelerate its transformation.
In partnership with Airbus, Masdar is developing and evolving the global sustainable aviation fuel sector using direct air capture and hydrogen technology.
Despite the challenges that the UAE faces in producing sustainable aviation fuel, this sector is experiencing rapid growth and receiving significant attention.
Obviously, the UAE plays an important role in achieving sustainability goals and reducing carbon emissions.
Also, the National Airlines “Emirates Airline” and “Etihad Airways” are using Sustainable Aviation Fuel to promote clean environment.
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