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TotalEnergies CEO expects EU mandate on sustainable aviation fuel to be dropped in future

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Posted on January 21, 2026

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PARIS, Jan 21 (Reuters) - TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne said on Wednesday that the EU would likely ban sustainable aviation fuel in future, similar to the bloc's ban on new combustion-engine cars

TotalEnergies CEO Predicts EU May Abandon Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mandate

Future of Sustainable Aviation Fuel in the EU

(Corrects to say 'drop' instead of 'ban' in paragraph 1)

PARIS, Jan 21 (Reuters) - TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne said on Wednesday the EU would likely drop its mandate to incorporate sustainable aviation fuel in future, similar to the bloc's ban on new combustion-engine cars from 2035 which it said last month it planned to drop.

Pouyanne said in Davos that TotalEnergies could produce sustainable aviation fuel, but airlines were unwilling to pay four times the amount paid for regular jet fuel.

(Reporting by America Hernandez, writing by Louise Rasmussen, Editing by Bernadette Baum)

Key Takeaways

  • TotalEnergies CEO predicts EU may ban sustainable aviation fuel.
  • The prediction follows EU's plan to drop combustion-engine cars ban.
  • Airlines are hesitant to pay higher prices for sustainable fuel.
  • TotalEnergies has the capability to produce sustainable fuel.
  • Pricing concerns are a major barrier for sustainable fuel adoption.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is sustainable aviation fuel?
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is a type of fuel made from renewable resources, designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional jet fuel.
What is the EU's stance on sustainable aviation fuel?
The EU has been considering regulations and incentives for sustainable aviation fuel to promote environmental sustainability in the aviation sector.
What are the challenges airlines face with sustainable aviation fuel?
Airlines face challenges with the high cost of sustainable aviation fuel, which can be four times more expensive than traditional jet fuel.

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