Boeing Purchases 2 Million Gallons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Epic Fuels will provide the fuel for what Boeing says is the largest SAF procurement by an airframe manufacturer.

Meg Godlewski

Tuesday, February 08, 2022 at 05:48 PM ET

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An aviation maintenance technician loads sustainable aviation fuel into a 2021 Boeing Demonstrator. [Courtesy: Boeing]

Key Takeaways:

Boeing secured its largest-ever procurement of 2 million gallons of blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from Epic Fuels, underscoring its commitment to decarbonizing aviation and aiming for its commercial fleet to be 100% SAF-capable by 2030.
SAF is highlighted as a safe, proven solution capable of reducing CO2 emissions by up to 80%, crucial for achieving the aviation industry's long-term goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Beyond Boeing, DHL Global Forwarding also made a significant three-year agreement to purchase 33 million liters of SAF, demonstrating a broader industry push towards sustainable aviation fuels to reduce emissions.

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Boeing (NYSE: BA) has made a deal with Epic Fuels to acquire 2 million gallons of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to power its commercial airplanes operation in Washington state and South Carolina.

“SAF is a safe, proven, immediate solution that will help achieve our industry’s long-term commitment to net zero carbon emissions by 2050,” said Sheila Remes, Boeing vice president of environmental sustainability.