In this episode, Oscar had the pleasure of speaking with Binyam Raja, Global Practice Manager for Transport, World Bank.

The conversation focused on a crucial aspect of the SAF industry: promoting production in non-OECD countries and expanding the global network of SAF production. Binyam shared valuable insights on the World Bank's efforts to support developing economies in participating in the SAF value chain, highlighting the economic and environmental benefits this could bring.

We explored several key topics, including:

1. The World Bank's role in conducting feasibility studies and techno-economic analyses in countries like Kenya, South Africa, Nigeria, and Ethiopia.
2. The World Bank's efforts to integrate the climate agenda into developing countries' transport sectors
3. The importance of blended finance and risk-sharing mechanisms to attract private investment.
4. Regional approaches to aggregating demand and harmonizing policies.
5. The potential for SAF production to contribute to rural development and sustainable agriculture (including the potential of cacti as a feedstock in the Arid Sahel region) 
   • Balancing SAF production with food security concerns
   • Potential for SAF to improve agricultural productivity and contribute to reforestation efforts

Binyam also discussed the World Bank's efforts to create partnerships between various stakeholders, including governments, private sector entities, and other multilateral development banks, to accelerate SAF adoption in developing countries. 

This episode offers a comprehensive look at the global potential for SAF production and the steps being taken to make it a reality in emerging markets. If you are interested in risk mitigation strategies in Non-OECD countries, the importance of demand aggregation and how SAF can be a regenerative source for both the land and emerging economies.

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure you check out our previous one with Frank Schreurs, GAFT: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202964/15507196