Sustainable aviation fuel manufacturing needs prior green clearance

The Union environment ministry has stated that manufacturing of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will require prior environmental clearance, treating it like other petroleum refining products. This move aims to regulate the production of green fuel.

The Union environment ministry has clarified that the manufacturing of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be treated like other products from the petroleum refining industry and will require prior environmental clearance. This announcement, made on December 16, 2025, is viewed as an essential step to ensure environmental protection.

According to the ministry, SAF is being promoted as a green fuel, but an assessment of its production's environmental impact is necessary. This policy will strengthen the regulatory framework while encouraging sustainable energy use in the aviation sector. No contradictory information is available, and the decision provides clear guidelines for the industry.

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