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The expanding commercialization of the aviation industry has led to a rising demand for aviation fuel. This increasing demand for fossil fuels is concerning due to the dwindling availability of crude oil and escalating environmental impacts. As a response, alternative fuels are being developed, particularly environmentally sustainable and renewable biofuels. One promising avenue is the transformation of biodiesel into green diesel, which has an alkane chemical composition similar to fossil fuel. This conversion can improve fuel quality and address several issues associated with biodiesel, such as low energy content and incomplete combustion due to high oxygen content. Indonesia has begun implementing green diesel applications to enhance biodiesel quality, despite the policy being in place since 2013. Sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) are essential for achieving zero-carbon aviation by 2050, necessitating significant reforms to expedite their adoption. By leveraging its position as the top global palm oil producer, Indonesia has the potential to spearhead green diesel implementation as SAF in the region, through enhanced economic tools and increased inter-regional partnerships for international integration, although further initiatives are required. This paper evaluates Indonesia's readiness to adopt drop-in SAF from palm oil biodiesel.
