Title:
Optimization of Sustainable Aviation Fuel Supply Chain from Macaúba Oil at the Regional Level
Author(s):
Ribeiro, T.M., Khalid, H., Garcia, V.F., Soares, T.Â., Infante Cuan, J.E., Ensinas, A.V.
Document(s):
Paper
Abstract:
This study analyzed the potential of macaúba (Acrocomia aculeata) for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production in Brazil, considering agricultural mapping, carbon balance, and economic optimization of the supply chain. About 17.6 million hectares of degraded pastures were found suitable for cultivation. The agricultural phase showed net negative emissions of –96.65 tCO2eq/ha, indicating significant climate mitigation potential. To meet the projected demand of 4.1 Mt/year of SAF by 2037, around 5.5 million hectares would be required, with Minas Gerais showing the highest productive potential. Economic viability depends on reducing raw material costs and valorizing co-products, with an estimated minimum selling price of USD 534/t of SAF.
Keywords:
economics, supply chain, regional, oil crops
Topic:
Biomass, Bio-based Products and Bioenergy Integration
Subtopic:
Integrated biorefineries for co-production of biofuels, biochemicals and bio-based products
Event:
34th European Biomass Conference and Exhibition
Session:
3CV.4.2
Pages:
461 - 466
ISBN:
978-88-89407-27-1
Paper DOI:
10.5071/34thEUBCE2026-3CV.4.2
Price:
FREE
