Intermediate crops for SAF not a quick fix for EU’s airlines -study

Published 13:43 on May 4, 2026 / Last updated at 13:43 on May 4, 2026 / / EMEA (Europe), International (Aviation/CORSIA), Net Zero Transition (Transport & Heating Fuels)

Carbon Pulse PremiumNet Zero Pulse

Biofuel crops grown between food harvest cycles or on low-quality land, so-called ‘intermediate crops’, is not an easy win for the aviation sector in Europe, warns a new study.
Biofuel crops grown between food harvest cycles or on low-quality land, so-called ‘intermediate crops’, is not an easy win for the aviation sector in Europe, warns a new study.


A subscription is required to read this content. Subscribe today to Carbon Pulse Premium or Net Zero Pulse to access our unrivalled news and intelligence, as well as other content including all job listings. Click here for details.

We offer a FREE TRIAL to each of our subscription services and it only takes a minute to register. If you already have a Carbon Pulse account, login here.

This page is intended to be viewed online and may not be printed.
As per our terms and conditions, the republication or redistribution of Carbon Pulse content can result in the suspension or termination of your subscription.