Thai Airways has signed an MOU with PTT Oil and Retail Business (OR) on the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for pilot flights and other areas of potential cooperation. As with other airlines around the world, Thai Airways has committed to achieving the goal of net zero emissions by 2050, for both domestic and international operations. Khun Taviroj Songkumpol, Chief - Corporate Strategy, Thai Airways, explained that the airline has partnered with OR so that it can operate flights utilizing SAF in order lower carbon emissions compared to using existing fossil fuel. The MOU will also encourage more studies into SAF and issues related to production. Through different manufacturing processes, used cooking oil, sugarcane ethanol, and waste can be produced into SAF, which releases 80% less carbon dioxide than regular aviation fuel throughout its life cycle. SAF can currently be mixed with regular Jet A1 aviation fuel without changing or converting aircraft engines. "As a lead in the energy transition and among businesses that prioritize growth alongside global sustainability, OR is committed to minimizing greenhouse gas emissions and being a contributor to the net zero goal, said Khun Suchat Ramarch, President, PTT Oil and Retail Business (OR). "Thus, we have worked towards expanding the proportion of biofuel use, instead of fossil fuels, leveraging leftovers, as well as biofuel raw materials in the production of SAF. This energy solution promotes and revalues biological products available in the country and maximizes economic benefit, serving as a driver for the development of sustainable energy innovations to diversify Thailand’s economic development, along with promoting a good quality of life and sustainability for the community, society, and the country in the future."<br/>