Who produces SAF?

Who produces SAF?

Since the first commercial flight operated by KLM in 2011, more than 150,000 flights were powered by SAF. To date, SkyNRG has supplied SAF that’s produced from waste oils with the so-called HEFA-technology.

What is SAF industry?

Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is the main term used by the aviation industry to describe a non- conventional (fossil derived) aviation fuel. ‘Biofuels’ typically refers to fuels produced from biological resources (plant or animal material).

What is SAF policy?

The policy framework applies a system carbon intensity reduction to put a value on carbon reduction generated from renewable fuels. The greenhouse gas benefits of SAF are quantified through life cycle assessment modelling that calculates the avoided emissions compared with conventional jet fuel.

How is SAF fuel produced?

SAF is made by blending conventional kerosene (fossil-based) with renewable hydrocarbon. They are certified as “Jet-A1” fuel and can be used without any technical modifications to aircraft.

Why do we need SAF?

The SAF enables us to protect our territorial waters, maintain freedom of navigation and assert our sovereign rights. The strength of the SAF lies not only in its military hardware, but more importantly, in its people. Generations of servicemen and women have toiled to build this into an effective force.

What are the sustainable fuels?

Alternative fuels include gaseous fuels such as hydrogen, natural gas, and propane; alcohols such as ethanol, methanol, and butanol; vegetable and waste-derived oils; and electricity.

Is SAF really sustainable?

While the aviation industry has found an environmentally sustainable technology in SAF, the technology to produce it is not yet economically sustainable. SAF currently costs four times as much as conventional jet fuel and it makes up less than one percent of fuel available in the market.

Is SAF more expensive than jet fuel?

First used by the industry in 2008, such SAF has powered over 300,000 flights around the world. But despite the promise of SAF, Reuters notes that its cost “is currently up to 8 times higher than regular jet fuel.” There is also a limited availability of feedstock.

What are the six pillars of total Defence?

In Total Defence, our people are organised to defend the country against all forms of attack, both military and non-military. Total Defence comprises the 6 pillars viz. Military, Civil, Economic, Social, Digital and Psychological Defence.

Is SAF capable of defending Singapore?

The SAF maintains a high level of operational readiness to defend Singapore against threats from the land, sea, or air.

How effective is SAF?

How much carbon does it save? SAF gives an impressive reduction of up to 80% in carbon emissions over the lifecycle of the fuel compared to traditional jet fuel it replaces, depending on the sustainable feedstock used, production method and the supply chain to the airport.