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Aviation Update

25 April 2024

Proposing MP
Mark Harper Con
Forest of Dean
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The Government is setting out plans for a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) Mandate to decarbonise air travel.

Action Requested

The SAF Mandate will require 10% of jet fuel in UK flights to come from sustainable sources by 2030 and increase to 22% by 2040. The Government is also launching a consultation on an industry-funded revenue certainty mechanism to support investment in UK SAF production.

Key Facts

  • The SAF Mandate will deliver emission reductions of 2.7 MtCO2e in 2030 and 6.3 MtCO2e in 2040.
  • The mandate starts at 2% in 2025, increasing to 10% in 2030 and 22% by 2040.
  • The UK SAF industry is estimated to add over £1.8 billion to the economy and create over 10,000 jobs.
  • A revenue certainty mechanism consultation will be open until further notice.
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