Shell, one of the world’s leading energy companies, is committed to transitioning to a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050. To achieve this goal, Shell focuses on becoming a key supplier of sustainable Low Carbon Fuels (LCF), particularly in challenging decarbonising sectors like aviation. With electric and hydrogen propulsion technologies not expected to be widely adopted in aviation until at least 2040, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) presents the most viable near-term solution for reducing aviation emissions.
Recognising the Netherlands as a promising location for SAF production, Shell sought to explore the potential of processing feedstocks like woody biomass and agricultural waste within the region. However, the availability and distribution of these feedstocks in the Netherlands and its neighbouring countries must be fully mapped, presenting a challenge for Shell’s strategic planning.
Graduate Consulting collaborated with Shell to provide a detailed assessment of these critical feedstocks’ current and future availability. By identifying key suppliers and analysing the potential supply chains, we helped Shell pinpoint the opportunities for SAF production in the Netherlands over the next decade. Our insights have enabled Shell to chart a clear path forward, positioning the company to capitalise on its SAF ambitions and contribute to the sustainable future of aviation.
