Journal of Petroleum Gas & Chemical Engineering
ISSN: 3069-2075 | DOI: 10.64030/3069-2075
Loso Judijanto
Aviation decarbonization continues to pose significant challenges, as current aircraft technologies rely on energy-intensive liquid fuels and practical alternatives to fossil-based jet fuel remain limited in the near term. In response to these challenges, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) has gained prominence as a mitigation strategy, spurring increased research into biomass residues and waste streams that support circular-economy objectives. This study examines Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME) as a potential feedstock for SAF development in Indonesia, where large-scale palm oil production generates substantial volumes of this agro-industrial residue. This study aims to systematically synthesize and evaluate peer-reviewed literature on the availability, technological pathways, environmental performance, and system-level integration of POME-based energy solutions relevant to aviation decarbonization. A PRISMA-guided Systematic Literature Review was employed, drawing on articles retrieved from the Scopus database. The search yielded 571 records, which were progressively screened using targeted keywords, publicationyear criteria (2019–2025), and open-access status, yielding 37 articles for analysis. Data were analyzed through qualitative thematic synthesis supported by quantitative indicators reported across the reviewed studies. The results identify five dominant themes: POME availability and energy potential; conversion technologies; lifecycle greenhouse gas mitigation; integration with the circular economy; and policy and economic scalability considerations. The reviewed literature consistently reports high bioenergy potential, substantial lifecycle emission reductions, and strong alignment with circular economy frameworks. In conclusion, POME-based SAF pathways are positioned as technically feasible and environmentally robust options within Indonesia’s aviation decarbonization landscape. Future research should focus on integrated system modeling and policyoriented scenario analyses to support large-scale implementation.