Sustainability and Environment
IATA Disappointed in Slow SAF Growth
Association notes production ramp-ups have been delayed
SAF tanker at loading rack
IATA's estimates of sustainable aviation fuel production (SAF) underperformed last year, leading the trade group to urge governments to commit to policies that incentivize SAF production. © Curt Epstein/AIN

A recent report from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) suggests that the growth in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production did not meet previous estimates in 2024.

While worldwide SAF production last year reached 1 million tonnes—0.3% of global jet fuel produced, and double the amount manufactured in 2023—that total was significantly below estimates that pegged 2024 volumes at 1.5 million metric tons.