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Air France-KLM CO₂ emissions reduction targets for 2030 approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)*
Air France-KLM commits to a 30% reduction per revenue tonne kilometre of its well-to-wake jet fuel greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 2019, the benchmark year.
SWISS and Switzerland Tourism promote carbon-neutral air travel
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) and Switzerland Tourism, the Swiss national tourism promotion organization, are expanding their long-standing collaboration into the sustainability field. Starting 2023, Switzerland Tourism will reduce by half the carbon dioxide emissions
American Airlines' Flight Operations and Efficiency
At the same time as we are adding new, more fuel-efficient aircraft to our fleet, we continually look for ways to operate our existing fleet as efficiently as possible. Doing so enables us to both save on jet fuel costs and reduce GHG emissions.
Radisson Hotel Group signs Glasgow declaration and reaffirms strong sustainability
During this year’s COP27 in Egypt, Radisson Hotel Group, one of the leading international hospitality groups, reaffirms its strong commitment to sustainability by signing the Glasgow Declaration and encouraging other hospitality groups to join the call for strong actions to halve emissions
British Airways grows CO2llaborate with the introduction of carbon removal credits
On 23 November, British Airways announced a new way for customers to fly more sustainably. The British flag carrier is offering passengers an additional method through which to offset their emissions. Adding to the existing options of carbon offsets and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF),
Rolls-Royce and easyJet test aircraft engine running on hydrogen
Rolls-Royce has said it has run an aircraft engine on hydrogen in what is thought to be a world first for the aviation industry, which is considering using the fuel to decarbonise air travel.
The challenges of ecopilotage: interview with Laurent Lafontan, Air France captain
Air France uses eco-piloting—fuel-saving actions at every flight phase—to cut CO₂ emissions. Led by Laurent Lafontan, the airline combines flight practice optimization, digital tools, and lightweighting to reduce fuel use. Results: 4.2% emissions cut, targeting net zero by 2050.
Turkish is awarded by CAPA for being the most innovative airline in sustainability
Turkish Airlines continues to innovate and promote actions towards sustainability in its different areas of operation. In recognition of the new initiatives, the airline received the award for the Most Innovative Airline in Sustainability from the publication CAPA – Center of Aviation .
Zeal Hotels submits plans for sustainable Devon hotel
Zeal Hotels has submitted plans for a sustainable hotel in East Devon. The group hopes to gain permission and start work onsite in Exeter Science Park, next year with an expected opening for mid 2024. Tim Wheeldon, managing director, Zeal Hotels said: “The 13-year dream is quickly becoming a reality