SAF for power plants: is it feasible in practice or is it still a strategic bet?

The global race for sustainable fuels has already begun — and aviation is at the center of this transformation. With aggressive decarbonization goals, the aviation sector is pushing for viable large-scale solutions. In this scenario, SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) emerges as a protagonist. But for Brazil's sugar-energy sector, the question is direct: is producing SAF, in fact, viable for the mills? A market in formation — and with high demand The global demand for SAF is growing at an accelerated pace, driven by environmental commitments from airlines and international regulations. The challenge, however, is clear: the supply is still far below what is needed. This imbalance opens a strategic window for new producers — especially countries with agricultural capacity and experience in biofuels, like Brazil. Technical feasibility: Brazil starts ahead From a technical perspective, the country has relevant advantages. Ethanol — widely produced by the mills — can be used as a base for ...