The findings of this report emphasise the urgency of accelerating the sustainable scale-up of biofuel supply chains in Southeast Asia. In the near term, biofuels remain the most viable option for significantly reducing aviation emissions. However, securing feedstock, especially from energy crops, is not something that can be achieved overnight: it requires strategic planning, infrastructure and investment. Careful planning, informed by science with social dynamics considered, especially in the context of Southeast Asia, should begin as soon as possible to minimise the risk of unintended environmental impacts.
This report provides an overview of, and perspectives on, SAF development in Southeast Asia. It first estimates the potential volume of SAF that can be produced from sustainable feedstock in the region, including exploring energy crop production on under-utilised low-carbon land. This is followed by an economic assessment of various ICAO-approved pathways through techno-economic analysis in selected countries with planned SAF projects. The next chapter analyses the policy framework and investment activities within the region, and explores strategies tailored to the respective countries’ resources. Finally, future perspectives regarding SAF in the context of energy transition, the aviation sector and SAF development within the region are presented as recommendations.
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