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Aviation advances in favor of care and environmental responsibility, where he PURE will be a key actor and here, Ecuador can be an important player.
The Sustainable Aviation Fuel (PURE) It is presented as a crucial alternative to decarbonize the airline industry and achieve climate objectives. Ecuador, with its natural wealth and productive potential, has the opportunity to become a key player in the production and use of the SAF. Nevertheless, Its implementation faces several challenges that must be addressed..
Ecuador can be key for the SAF
Usually, Latin America It is very late in implementing concrete actions that allow the massification of Sustainable Aviation Fuel with some small, for now, initiatives in Brazil, Panama and Paraguay, so the opportunities for the rest of the countries are enormous.
SAF is the future of aviation and will open doors to the economic development of nations such as Ecuador, where its geographical and climatic conditions make it an excellent point to promote this industry now..
The goal is clear, aviation in the world and the region must be decarbonized, since this is the generator of the 3% of global CO2 emissions and yet, It is the industry that is making the most progress in different actions to do so..
in Quito, thanks to the support of the San Francisco University, LATAM Ecuador and with the support of Airbus, finally began the conversation and debate of the importance of the SAF for aviation, highlighting the challenges and the path we must follow as a country to achieve.
Not everything PURE that can be produced is the same, since some can even generate the same amount of emissions as the JET A1 actual, but the biggest challenge is the cost of this alternative to oil.
Today and due to the low mass of the SAF, producing it in all its variants is more expensive than the average petroleum-based aviation fuel, which poses a great challenge for investors, governments and airlines.
In the case of Ecuador, corn has been identified, canola, soya, sugarcane, palm and agricultural residues as possible main sources of SAF, But what should we do to achieve such an important environmental challenge??
Challenges
- Raw materials: The availability of sustainable raw materials is a fundamental factor. A balance is required between SAF production and food security. The use of agricultural and forestry waste, as well as the production of biomass on degraded lands, are viable options.
- Financing: The initial investment in infrastructure and technology for SAF production is considerable. Tax incentives are needed, green credits and support mechanisms to get projects off the ground.
- Regulatory framework: It is necessary to develop a clear and stable regulatory framework that defines the requirements for production, SAF certification and commercialization. This will provide legal certainty to investors and facilitate market development..
- Knowledge and training: It is necessary to strengthen the technical and scientific capacities in the country for the production and use of SAF. The training of professionals in this field is crucial for the success of the initiative.
- Social acceptance: It is important to raise awareness about the benefits of SAF and its positive impact on the environment and the economy. The participation of local communities in the production process is essential to achieve its acceptance.
What to do to achieve it?
- Promote research and innovation: The development of new technologies for the production of more efficient and sustainable SAF is essential. Collaboration between the public sector, private and academia is key in this area.
- Strengthen international cooperation: Collaboration with countries with experience in the production and use of SAF is essential to share knowledge and best practices.
- Promote investment: It is necessary to create a favorable environment for investment in the SAF sector through tax incentives and financial support mechanisms.
- Training and education: Training programs must be developed for technicians and professionals in the field of SAF.
Social awareness: It is important to carry out information and education campaigns so that the population understands the benefits of SAF.
SAF benefits
- Emissions reduction: SAF can significantly reduce emissions of CO2 and other greenhouse gases from aviation, contributing to the fight against climate change.
- Diversification of the energy matrix: The SAF can contribute to the diversification of the country's energy matrix, reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
- Employment generation: The production and use of SAF can generate new jobs in the rural and urban sectors.
- Sustainable development: The SAF can contribute to sustainable rural development, promoting sustainable agriculture and reforestation.
Among the analyzes that were presented, he identified himself to the palm, soybeans and sunflowers as the elements that would have a lower production value, but this requires the collaboration of all actors as the airline industry., authority, government, academia and international organizations.
On Ecuador at the moment, There are five companies and universities that have indicated their intention to be part of the SAF process in the country.
Definitely, the PURE It has enormous potential for Ecuador. Addressing challenges proactively and working together to achieve their successful implementation can generate significant environmental benefits., economic and social for the country.
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