The Conservatives Propose State Purchase of Green Aviation Fuel

The Conservative Party in Denmark has put forth a proposal for the state to purchase two billion Danish kroner worth of green aviation fuel each year, aiming to kickstart domestic production of this sustainable energy source. The plan, reported by Politiken, seeks to address a market gap where large Danish companies are ready to produce the fuel but require long-term purchase commitments.

Anders Storgaard, the party's new spokesperson for energy, supply, and climate, explained the rationale behind the proposal. "Right now, there are some large Danish companies saying: 'We are ready to produce the green aviation fuels, but we need someone to dare to commit to buying large quantities over a ten-year period.' The airlines are not willing, and this is where we now propose: Let the state solve the gap in the market," he told the newspaper.

The Conservatives suggest financing this ambitious plan through the revenue generated from the passenger fee on air travel, which was introduced in 2025. This approach aims to create a stable demand for green aviation fuel, encouraging investment and development in the sector.

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Right now, there are some large Danish companies saying: 'We are ready to produce the green aviation fuels, but we need someone to dare to commit to buying large quantities over a ten-year period.' The airlines are not willing, and this is where we now propose: Let the state solve the gap in the market.