Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), as an alternative for the reduction of greenhouse gases in the aeronautical sector in Peru
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Spectral signatures, Spectral Angle Mapper, metadata, interoperability, remote sensingAbstract
The airline industry, responsible for 2.5% of global emissions of CO2 and other harmful gases, seeks to reduce its environmental impact. The increase in demand for flights has led the UK to consider a 10% increase in ticket prices to manage demand and reduce commercial flights.
Biofuels, especially Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), stand out as promising alternatives as they are manufactured with renewable resources and are used in some airports. A study evaluates the benefits of SAF in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, comparing them to fossil fuels in terms of costs and performance.
In 2019, in Peru, the use of SAF demonstrated a 28% reduction in emissions. The research focuses on the viability of biofuels, especially SAF, to reduce emissions in the aviation industry.
The methodology involved comparing fossil fuel emissions with 30% SAF, made with used cooking oil, achieving a 28% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Despite the advantages of SAF, challenges such as high cost and comparative performance with conventional fuels are highlighted, underlining the need to address economic aspects for effective implementation.
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