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China’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Industry: A Key Player in the Low-Carbon Future of Aviation

China is rapidly scaling SAF production (3.32M tonnes/year) to meet carbon goals, with policy support, R&D, and certification advances. Challenges remain in feedstock, cost, and deployment, but initiatives like CSCS and tech diversification (PtL, CCUS, hydrogen) aim to boost global leadership.

Source: NenPower
KLM and Transavia partner with Elysian to develop battery-electric regional aircraft and ecosystems

Elysian teams up with KLM and Transavia to develop the 90-seat electric E9X aircraft, aiming for 800 km range. First flights are planned for 2030, with entry into service by 2033. The partnership explores design, operations, and integration of zero-emission regional air travel.

Source: Green Air News
Oberoi Hotels plans to recycle 100% waste water by 2030 at its properties

Oberoi Group unveiled “Elements by Oberoi”, its holistic sustainability framework, aiming by 2030 to recycle all wastewater, reduce water use per occupied room by 20%, transition hotel transport fleets to EVs, source 50% of electricity from renewables, and phase out fossil-fuel heating systems.

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Moving towards more sustainable aviation

Royal Schiphol Group aims to lead in sustainability by operating airports that benefit the planet. Their goal is to produce more renewable energy than needed, with surplus power shared. Schiphol has made significant progress and will continue its sustainability efforts in aviation.

Source: Schiphol
Long Beach Airport cuts carbon with solar canopies generating over 3 million kWh in first year

Long Beach Airport's solar canopies, installed in 2023, have generated 3.2M kWh of clean energy, cutting electricity use by 10% and offsetting emissions equal to 291 homes. The project boosts sustainability and comfort, aligning with LGB’s green innovation goals.

Helsinki Airport achieves Level 5, reaching net zero for emissions under its control

Canadian SAF projects involving Alder and Dimensional receive Boeing investment

Boeing invests CAD 17.48M in two Canadian SAF ventures: Project Avance converts wood waste to low-carbon biocrude for SAF; Dimensional Energy develops power-to-liquid tech converting CO2 into synthetic fuel. These innovations boost sustainable aviation, supporting Canada’s decarbonization goals.

Source: Greenair News
Air Caraïbes et French bee : un nouveau dispositif de recyclage de bouteilles plastique à bord

Le 5 juin 2025, Air Caraïbes et French bee ont lancé un programme de recyclage des bouteilles PET à bord, à Paris-Orly, avec Paprec et Newrest. Prévu pour recycler plus de 174 000 bouteilles par an, il réduit le CO₂ et renforce leur engagement pour un transport aérien durable.

Source: Air Journal
H World Group Releases 2024 Sustainability Report, Advancing Sustainable Development through Service Innovation

H World Group’s 2024 Sustainability Report highlights green innovation, female leadership, community care, and effective governance, with key strides in low-carbon operations, rural revitalization, and digital safety, reaffirming its ESG leadership in global hospitality.

Source: Morning Star