Alaska Airlines launches investment arm to accelerate progress to net zero
Alaska Airlines announced the formation of a new LLC, Alaska Star Ventures, to advance emerging technology that will accelerate the airline’s progress toward net zero carbon emissions. «To live our purpose and create an airline people love, we must operate every day in a way that cares for both people and the environment,» said Alaska […]
British Airways has launched its new BA Better World sustainability programme
British Airways has today launched BA Better World, its new sustainability programme. The airline said this marked a further commitment to put sustainability at the heart of its business, from reducing emissions and waste and positively contributing to the communities it serves, to creating a great place for people to work in order to build […]
British Airways and partners shortlisted for government funding for four ground-breaking projects to decarbonise aviation
Four aviation decarbonisation projects supported by British Airways and designed to help the industry achieve its targets of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, have been shortlisted for Government funding. The Department of Transport’s Green Fuels, Green Skies (GFGS) competition has awarded the funding to develop the UK’s first sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility. […]
Net zero by 2050: ACI sets global long term carbon goal for airports
Airports Council International (ACI) World and the five ACI regions – in collaboration with members – have created a long-term carbon goal for their member airports: “ACI member airports at a global level commit to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and urge governments to provide the necessary support in this endeavor.” Climate change […]
IATA AGM Calls for Governments to Support Safe and Sustainable Industry Restart
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) unanimously approved a resolution re-confirming the airlines’ unwavering commitment to safely and sustainably re-connect the planet. The resolution called on governments to: Ensure the industry’s viability with continued financial and regulatory support, Aid the industry in reaching its 2050 goal of cutting emissions to […]
