Sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) are drop-in alternatives to conventional jet-A1 fuel that require no changes to aircraft or fueling infrastructure. Widely recognized by regulators, airlines, and industry groups, SAFs are central to aviation’s decarbonization. Recent years have seen growing forecasts of SAF production across regions, shaped by airline contracts, refinery investments, and government mandates. Yet, a clear comparative analysis of regional production potential has been lacking. This data insight highlights possible SAF production capacities and fuel mix shares achievable by 2030 and 2035 worldwide. It also compares current mandates, policy announcements, and regional initiatives with the industry’s long-term climate targets, including IATA’s net-zero by 2050 goal. By aligning policy momentum with technological and market developments, this overview provides a clearer picture of how SAF deployment could progress globally and the gaps that remain for aviation to meet its decarbonization commitments.
