The SAF Association (SAFA), a not for profit organisation, is India’s leading industry-led platform exclusively focused on decarbonizing the aviation sector and advancing the country’s net-zero ambitions. Our mission is to accelerate the production, adoption, and innovation of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by fostering collaboration between policymakers, industry leaders, technology providers, investors, and civil society. At a time when the aviation industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint, SAFA is committed to leading India’s clean aviation transition through strategic partnerships, policy advocacy, and grassroots value chain development.
SAFA is deeply inspired by the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, who has consistently emphasized the importance of sustainable growth and green technologies in India's development. In alignment with India’s national commitments to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070, SAFA actively supports efforts to embed SAF within the broader climate and energy policy landscape. We work closely with government ministries, regulatory bodies, and international organizations to shape progressive policies that enable SAF innovation and adoption at scale.
At the core of SAFA’s work is our ability to connect all stakeholders across the SAF value chain — from feedstock producers and technology innovators to refiners, airlines, airports, and financial institutions. Our platform supports both bio-based and synthetic SAF pathways, including HEFA, FT-SPK, ATJ, and emerging power-to-liquid technologies. By fostering cross-sectoral collaboration, SAFA helps build a resilient SAF ecosystem that supports innovation, ensures supply chain integrity, and enables long-term carbon reductions across the aviation sector.
Knowledge dissemination is a central pillar of SAFA’s work. We are committed to advancing awareness, education, and technical understanding of SAF through capacity-building programs, policy briefs, technical studies, and stakeholder dialogues. Our work also supports cutting-edge research and technology integration, enabling the transition from pilot projects to commercial-scale SAF production. By working with research institutions, start-ups, and technology partners, SAFA aims to accelerate the deployment of SAF technologies tailored for the Indian context.
Beyond emissions reduction, SAF represents a powerful opportunity to drive rural economic growth. SAFA is building robust farm-to-refinery value chains that empower farmers and rural communities by transforming agricultural residues, non-edible oilseeds, and other sustainable feedstocks into clean aviation fuel. By facilitating farmer engagement, creating green jobs, and promoting circular economy principles, SAFA is unlocking new income streams for rural India while supporting climate-resilient livelihoods.
With rising global commitments under frameworks like CORSIA, airlines and aviation stakeholders are under pressure to address Scope 3 emissions — the indirect emissions tied to fuel use. SAFA helps stakeholders integrate SAF into their decarbonization strategies by providing guidance on life cycle assessments, emission tracking, and compliance with international standards. Our platform serves as a strategic enabler for companies looking to meet their ESG and sustainability goals.
The India SAF Conclave & Awards is SAFA’s flagship annual event, bringing together global leaders, innovators, policymakers, financiers, and sustainability champions under one roof. The event serves as a unique platform for showcasing emerging technologies, announcing key policy and industry commitments, and recognizing trailblazers in SAF development. It is India’s foremost gathering focused solely on shaping a sustainable, decarbonized future for aviation through collaboration, innovation, and leadership.
SAFA welcomes participation from across the public and private sectors. Whether you're a policymaker, airline, fuel producer, researcher, investor, or farmer organization, there’s a vital role for you in building India’s sustainable aviation future. By joining SAFA, you become part of a national mission to transform the aviation industry, empower rural communities, and help India lead the way toward a net-zero world.
Revolutionizing the future of aviation with sustainable innovation where cleaner skies, efficient technology, and eco-friendly solutions come together to shape a greener tomorrow.
