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Learn about the climate impact of aviation and take action. With our carbon emissions calculator, you can estimate the carbon emissions associated with flying. You can then choose to contribute to Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) or certified climate projects in an amount based on the estimation. Please note that your contribution does not compensate or directly reduce the CO₂ emissions of your flight. However, by contributing to SAF, you will help us reduce the use of fossil fuels, and by contributing to certified climate projects, you help support climate efforts around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a carbon footprint?
A carbon footprint is the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions arising from a specific activity, such as a flight. The CO₂ emissions of a flight depend, for example, on the aircraft used, the distance flown and the amount of passengers and cargo the aircraft carries.
What kind of impact do the projects have on the environment?
Your contribution to the projects provides a way to help support . The projects do not directly reduce the CO₂ emissions of flying or the CO₂ emissions related to your own flight, but they provide an indirect way to contribute to the benefit of the climate and vulnerable ecosystems. The projects are certified by internationally recognized carbon certification standards such as the VCS, the Gold Standard, the American Carbon Registry, and Climate Action Reserve. It is still good to know that even if projects are certified, their actual climate impact can be challenging to assess.
How much SAF is Finnair currently using?
In 2023, only about 0.2% (2,265 tons) of our total kerosene consumption was SAF. Of this SAF, our customers partly funded 1,101 tons, we voluntarily funded 681 tons, and 483 tons were obtained through national mandates. In the future, the share of SAF will increase due to e.g. EU regulation and through our and our customers voluntary actions. Your contribution will be used for voluntary SAF, which means it will not be used to cover the mandated SAF cost for Finnair.
What kind of SAF will be purchased with my contribution?
With your contribution, Finnair will be able to buy extra SAF that meets the criteria of the Refuel EU directive. This means that the SAF purchased with our customers contribution will be biofuels produced from certain feedstocks, such as used cooking oil and animal fat, that meet the sustainability and GHG emissions criteria set by the EU.
Why does my contribution to SAF help Finnair cut ties with fossil fuels?
What makes sustainable aviation fuel a better option for the climate, are the feedstocks used and thus the CO₂ emissions reduction achieved. Conventional jet fuel is primarily made from crude oil, a fossil fuel, whereas SAF is primarily made of waste and residues, such as used cooking oil and animal fat. The more SAF the aviation industry is able to use, the less fossil based conventional jet fuel is needed. It is good to know that there are several production pathways for SAF with several different feedstocks available. Finnair, however, will only use your contribution to SAF that meets the criteria set by EU.
How much CO₂ emissions can SAF reduce?
When combusted, SAF and fossil-based jet fuel emit roughly the same amount of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. However, during the production process, SAF produces significantly less GHG emissions than jet fuel. When the whole life cycle of the fuel is considered, SAF can reduce up to 80% of fossil emissions compared to conventional jet fuel. The exact reduction depends on the feedstock and production pathway used. Biofuels that comply with the EU regulation require at least 70% CO₂ emissions reduction.
Why does not Finnair use 100% SAF?
The global availability of sustainable aviation fuel is limited, and it is two to three times more expensive than regular jet fuel. Price and availability will develop only through more extensive use, and that is why we want to invest in sustainable fuels.
How much of my contribution goes to administrative costs?
A small percentage of your contribution, 5% for SAF and 10% for carbon offsets, covers administrative costs.
Who is Finnair’s climate partner Chooose?
This service is hosted by climate tech company Chooose™. Chooose delivers a platform that enables both individuals and organizations to understand their carbon footprint, make more carbon-informed decisions, and support trusted climate solutions around the world. For more information, please visit .