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Sustainable Aviation makes SAF plea to next UK government

Sustainable Aviation has launched an updated manifesto calling for the next UK government to “accelerate” the industry’s move towards net-zero, including the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) “at scale” during the current decade.

SWISS, Lufthansa Group and Climeworks set a shared course for a more sustainable future through carbon removal

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) and the Lufthansa Group have entered into a strategic partnership with Climeworks, a Swiss-based company specialising in direct air capture (DAC) technology for removing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air.

Source: Aviation 24
Southwest Airlines Launches Sustainable Aviation Fuel Venture Investment Business

Southwest Airlines announced the launch of Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures (SARV), a new subsidiary responsible for managing the airline’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) investments, and creating opportunities for the company to obtain SAF to reach its clean fuel goals.

Source: ESG Today
Aalborg Airport achieves Level 3 Optimisation

We are excited to announce that Aalborg Airport in Denmark has successfully upgraded to Level 3 Optimisation within the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme.

New Florence airport terminal will have a vineyard on its roof

The structure will serve “as a new landmark for the city’s sustainable future,” according to the firm, and as an homage to the region’s wine-producing heritage, it will have a vineyard on the roof.

Source: CNN Travel
Mactan-Cebu International Airport puts the Philippines on the Airport Carbon Accreditation map

We are thrilled to announce that Mactan-Cebu International Airport has achieved Level 1 Mapping, becoming the first airport in the Philippines to join the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme.

Charlottetown Airport Authority releases first airport sustainability plan

CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — The Charlottetown Airport Authority has unveiled the first sustainability plan in the airport’s history, detailing environmental improvements planned for the airport over the next four years.

Source: The Spec
Transavia launches Eindhoven to Oslo flights and introduces Airbus A321neo for sustainable travel

Transavia successfully inaugurated its first flight between Eindhoven and Oslo, operating initially three times a week, with plans to increase frequency to four times a week after March 30.

Source: Aviation 24
London Luton Airport and Cawleys praised for environmental best practice

London Luton Airport (LLA) and waste management firm Cawleys have been honored with the Green World Environment Award for Environmental Best Practice. Their collaborative efforts have significantly boosted the airport’s recycling rate from 49% to 80%