Sustainable Aviation Fuels for Decarbonizing Air Travel

This article outlines policy mechanisms for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the aviation industry.

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Date

June 12, 2026

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Journal Article in Review of Environmental Economics and Policy

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1 minute

Abstract

This article examines possibilities for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from aviation through alternative aviation fuels with lower life cycle emissions. After discussing various technological options for such fuels, the article considers how various policies in the United States and other countries affect their production and usage. The article also outlines a possible policy mechanism for reducing the carbon intensity of aviation fuel and highlights important questions that must be addressed to increase the use of low-carbon fuels.

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