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Sustainable Aviation Fuels Accuracy Act of 2023
12/7/2023, 5:05 PM
Summary of Bill S 1958
Additionally, the bill requires the EPA to establish a database to track the carbon intensity values of sustainable aviation fuels. This database will provide transparency and accountability in the industry, allowing stakeholders to access accurate information about the environmental impact of different fuels.
Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to support research and development of sustainable aviation fuels, as well as incentives for the production and use of these fuels. By promoting the use of sustainable aviation fuels, the bill aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the aviation sector and contribute to the overall goal of combating climate change. Overall, the Sustainable Aviation Fuels Accuracy Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to promote the use of sustainable aviation fuels and ensure the accuracy of carbon intensity values in the industry. It represents a step forward in the effort to reduce the environmental impact of aviation and move towards a more sustainable future.
Congressional Summary of S 1958
Sustainable Aviation Fuels Accuracy Act of 2023
This bill defines the standards that apply to sustainable aviation fuel at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
The FAA must issue or revise regulations as necessary to provide that the bill's definition of sustainable aviation fuel applies to (1) all aircraft flown to, from, or within the United States; and (2) all programs established, administered, or overseen by the FAA.
Under the bill, sustainable aviation fuel means liquid fuel, the portion of which is not kerosene, which (1) meets specific international standards, (2) is not derived from coprocessing specific materials (e.g., triglycerides) with a non-biomass feedstock, (3) is not derived from palm fatty acid distillates or petroleum, and (4) is certified as having a lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction percentage of at least 50% compared with petroleum-based jet fuel (based on specific standards and agreements).
