Results for: Aviation Decarbonization

Swedavia, the operator of Sweden’s major airports, has achieved a significant milestone in the aviation industry’s move towards sustainability. Stockholm Arlanda and Ronneby Airports have reached Level 5 certification under the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program, making them net-zero for emissions within their control. This achievement, combined with previous certifications at Gothenburg Landvetter and Malmo airports, solidifies Sweden’s leadership in aviation decarbonization. This trend towards sustainable travel is shaping the future of the aviation industry, influencing traveler choices and encouraging other airports and airlines to adopt similar practices.

The Sustainable Aviation Futures North America Congress, taking place in Houston, Texas from October 2-4, 2024, will bring together over 600 leaders in the aviation decarbonization field. The event focuses on achieving net-zero aviation emissions and scaling Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production by 2050. Through panel discussions, technical sessions, and networking opportunities, attendees will collaborate and explore solutions for a sustainable future of air travel.

LanzaJet, a leader in sustainable fuels technology, has received a $20 million investment from Groupe ADP, a global airport operator. This funding will support LanzaJet’s expansion of its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production technology worldwide. The investment follows the opening of the company’s Freedom Pines Fuels plant, the first commercial-scale ethanol-to-SAF facility in the world. LanzaJet aims to produce one billion gallons of SAF by 2030, contributing to the decarbonization of the aviation industry.

Virgin Atlantic’s Flight100 made aviation history as the first transatlantic journey powered entirely by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This pioneering flight demonstrated the safety and efficacy of SAF, showcasing its potential to significantly reduce CO2 emissions, improve local air quality, and minimize contrail formation. The success of Flight100, conducted on a Boeing 787 with no aircraft modifications, highlights the feasibility of integrating SAF into existing aviation infrastructure.