Aviation, according to the IEA, comprises around 2.5% of CO2 emissions worldwide, a figure on a par with the CO2 used to heat residential buildings. This makes the need to decarbonise aviation more critical than ever, particularly with the global demand for air travel on the rise.
At CFP Energy, we can guide you on all aspects of sustainable aviation. From supplying SAF credits to carbon credits offsetting, we can help you achieve reportable emission reductions. Instantly reduce your carbon emissions by claiming SAF credits from our verified partners.
What is SAF Fuel Made Of? Sustainable Aviation Fuels Explained
SAF fuel is aviation fuel sourced from renewables. These include feedstocks such as waste oils, agricultural residues, and municipal solid waste.
Because feedstocks are replenishable, emissions produced by renewable jet fuels – whether unblended or ‘drop in’ - are generally much lower than standard jet fuels.
HEFA-SPK fuel, for instance, has demonstrated lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reductions of up to 80% compared to fossil-fuel-based aviation fuels – a clear indication of SAF's the significant reductions SAF benefits from.
Decarbonisation of Aviation via the ETS
The Emissions Trading System (ETS), introduced in 2005, was designed to tackle the growing problem of carbon emissions in aviation and other industries. Setting a cap on the total volume of emissions airlines can produce before purchasing emissions allowances, the ETS provides a progressive and market-based approach to tackling climate change.
The scheme provides a verifiable pathway to achieving decarbonisation within aviation. Verified SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) use allows operators to reduce the number of allowances they need to surrender. But airlines don't have to use SAF fuel directly. Through SAF credits - a type of certificate that verifies investment in SAF - airlines can claim the associated emissions reductions without physically using the fuel themselves.
Sustainable Aviation, SAF Credits and Scope 1-3 Emissions
Through the book and claim system, where the buyer "books" a quantity of SAF to "claim" a reduction in emissions, SAF credits can be used to meet internal ESG climate targets and to meet ETS compliance.
The benefits of purchasing and verifying SAF credits extend to Scope 1 and Scope 3 emissions.
For Scope 1 direct emissions, SAF Credits help reduce the climate impact of air travel. It does this by supporting the replacement of jet fuel with the low-carbon alternatives (i.e, biofuels) that SAF credits represent.
Scope 3 covers emissions that aren't directly caused by a company, but are included in its activities, such as employee air travel.
SAF credits address these emissions by supporting the generation and usage of sustainable fuel within air transport. By purchasing these credits, companies can reduce the reported emissions associated with their Scope 3 air travel, even if the SAF wasn't used on the specific flight taken.
We have established a network of SAF credit suppliers with access to the best prices and availability. Get in touch with our carbon compliance team to book and claim your SAF credits today.
CORSIA: Understanding Carbon Offsetting & Credits
Overseen by the International Civil Aviation Organisation, the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) mandates that airlines with annual CO₂ emissions greater than 10,000 tonnes must monitor and report them.
Emissions within the scheme are assessed against 85% of the 2019 emissions baseline. With the goal of sustainable growth, the scheme mandates that any increase above this baseline must be offset with carbon credits approved under CORSIA’s eligibility criteria.
CORSIA SAF Fuel Emissions Eligibility Criteria
Environmental Integrity
- Credits must represent real, measurable, and verifiable emissions reductions.
Ensuring Additionality
- Reductions must be additional, i.e., reductions that wouldn’t have occurred without the offset project’s existence.
Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV)
- Projects must follow MRV procedures set out by third-party verification agencies such as SCS Global Services or TÜV NORD.
Double Counting
- Programmes must have systems in place to prevent double issuance, double use and double claiming.
Sustainability
- Projects should comply with local and international laws and must not cause net harm in the production of SAF aviation fuel.
Navigating Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) with CFP Energy
The aviation sector is undergoing a period of rapid change. As the ETS evolves to link national and international frameworks, our carbon analysts can help you mitigate risk and respond to the latest changes.
At CFP Energy, we're experts in SAF solutions. Our SAF credits are instantly accessible, fully verified, and can be immediately added to your financial records. We can integrate SAF credits with your broader decarbonisation strategies, such as SAF certificates at a discounted rate when bundled with EUA/UKA trades. We can also help you access a range of carbon trading schemes, including voluntary carbon markets, supported by our international team located in offices throughout Europe and the EU.
Contact our team to achieve your aviation sustainability goals today.
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