As projects like waste-to-jet fuel emerge, competition for feedstock intensifies, raising questions about the true nature of waste. The debate over the best use of biomass—whether for economic growth, carbon reduction, or community benefits—remains unresolved and will soon demand clear policy direction. With the potential for bio-based sustainable aviation fuel to significantly contribute to decarbonization, the scale of biomass needed is staggering, highlighting the urgency of these discussions.