Finnair uses Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel to cut carbon emissions from planes leaving Helsinki Airport.
Finnair has bought 750 tons of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation FuelTM from Neste to lessen the carbon emissions from flights leaving from Helsinki Airport in Finland. Sustainable aircraft fuel (SAF), which is accessible to all airlines at Helsinki Airport, is one of the most crucial resources for cutting the emissions associated with air travel in the upcoming years.
“Finnair celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, and reducing emissions from flying is an essential part of a sustainable future. Sustainable aviation fuel will be one of the most important tools for reducing emissions in the coming years. We also involve our customers in this, and a small part of every flight ticket sold goes to the cost of sustainable aviation fuel,” said Eveliina Huurre, Finnair’s SVP, Sustainability. “Reducing emissions from flying requires an extensive toolkit and everyone’s effort. While we are increasing the use of SAF, we will also continue to take all other steps, from reducing the weight of aircraft to optimizing flight routes and increasing fuel efficiency,” she further added.
The use of sustainable aviation fuel is an essential tool in Finnair’s effort to become carbon neutral by the year 2045. When compared to using fossil jet fuel, using Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel lowers greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80%* over the fuel’s lifetime. The amount of fuel being bought at this time represents Finnair’s single largest batch of sustainable aviation fuel to date. Early in 2023, Neste will transport the SAF to Helsinki Airport. The 750 tons of SAF can fuel about 400 non-blended, 100% SAF aircraft between Helsinki and Stockholm. SAF can currently be used in blends of up to 50% with regular fossil aviation fuel.
“Finnair was one of the first airlines using our Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel. We have been working together for a long time and look forward to supporting Finnair to meet its sustainability targets,” said Jonathan Wood, Vice President Commercial and Technical Management, Renewable Aviation at Neste. “It is great to see Finnair taking the initiative to voluntarily purchase our SAF as part of their sustainability commitments, and creating awareness among their customers on how to play a role in creating a more sustainable future,” he further added.
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SAF, a renewable aircraft fuel, offers a more environmentally friendly substitute for traditional, fossil-based jet fuel. Including used cooking oil and animal fat refuse, Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel is made from responsibly harvested, 100% renewable waste and residue raw materials. SAF is seamlessly compatible with current aircraft engines and fueling facilities when blended with regular jet fuel.
