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IATA Unveils Groundbreaking Sustainable Aviation Fuel Registry to Accelerate Global Decarbonization
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has officially launched the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry, a pivotal new platform designed to establish a transparent and efficient global market for SAF. This major development aims to dramatically accelerate the aviation industry's path to net zero carbon emissions by 2050, addressing one of the sector’s biggest sustainability challenges[1][4][5].
The SAF Registry is a comprehensive, global system that records transactions of sustainable aviation fuels in a standardized and transparent manner. It tracks the environmental attributes of SAF as it moves through the supply chain—from producers to airlines and corporate customers—allowing these entities to accurately claim emissions reductions towards regulatory obligations and voluntary sustainability goals[1][3][5].
Fuel combustion is the largest source of aviation emissions, and SAF offers a critical path for cutting greenhouse gases (GHG) with potential lifecycle emissions reductions of up to 85% compared to conventional jet fuels. Despite this, SAF currently represents a tiny fraction—around 0.3%—of global jet fuel production due to limited supply and higher costs[4].
The SAF Registry aims to break down supply barriers and stimulate demand by:
Marie Owens Thomsen, IATA’s Senior Vice President of Sustainability and Chief Economist, emphasized the importance of the Registry:
“The Registry ensures all airlines worldwide have access to SAF and that their SAF purchases can be claimed against any climate-related obligations, safeguarding against double counting. It represents a critical step toward a mature, transparent, and liquid global SAF market.”[1][5]
To maintain independence and build trust, IATA has delegated the operation of the SAF Registry to the newly formed Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO). Established as a not-for-profit under Canadian law, CADO is headquartered in Montreal and dedicated solely to the Registry’s management and development[1][2][5].
The Registry has already attracted significant early interest, with over 30 users—including airlines, fuel producers, government authorities, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and corporate travel management companies—in the onboarding process. This strong early engagement highlights broad industry consensus on the necessity of a centralized, trustworthy SAF tracking system[1][4][5].
SAF is expected to account for up to 65% of the total carbon mitigation needed to achieve net zero aviation emissions by 2050. The Registry plays a crucial role in enabling this by:
While the launch of the SAF Registry is a historic advancement, challenges remain. The Registry alone cannot increase SAF supply or reduce costs. Governments must actively support renewable energy and SAF production by reallocating subsidies away from fossil fuels and creating favorable policy environments, similar to the rapid growth seen in wind and solar markets[1][4].
Marie Owens Thomsen summarized:
“The Registry cannot produce miracles on its own, but without it, no miracles can be produced. It is a vital platform enabling all stakeholders to participate in the transition towards sustainable aviation.”[1][5]
The launch of the IATA Sustainable Aviation Fuel Registry marks a monumental step in aviation’s decarbonization journey. By creating a standardized, transparent, and globally accessible system for tracking SAF transactions, IATA and CADO have laid a critical foundation for scaling up the SAF market, reducing aviation’s carbon footprint, and helping the industry meet its ambitious net zero targets.
As airlines, fuel producers, governments, and corporations embrace this tool, the SAF Registry has the potential to transform the sustainable aviation landscape, bringing cleaner skies closer to reality.
Keywords: Sustainable Aviation Fuel, SAF Registry, IATA SAF Registry, aviation decarbonization, net zero emissions, CADO, SAF market, aviation sustainability, carbon offset, jet fuel alternative, renewable aviation fuel, SAF supply chain, aviation carbon reduction, CORSIA compliance, sustainable fuels aviation.
For more information, contact:
IATA Corporate Communications
Tel: +41 22 770 2967
Email: [email protected]
