Aviation industry brings net-zero 2050 commitment to COP26
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GLASGOW, Scotland, Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --
New technology aircraft and jet fuel made from waste: the global air transport
industry has outlined how to meet its new long-term climate goal during
Transport Day events at the UN COP26 in Glasgow. This confirms the commitment
of the world's airlines, airports, air traffic management and the makers of
aircraft and engines [ http://www.aviationbenefits.org/FlyNetZero ] to net-zero
carbon emissions by 2050, in support of the Paris Agreement. Aviation is one of
the only sectors to have made such a global commitment.
Analysis detailed in the Waypoint 2050 [ http://www.aviationbenefits.org/W2050
]report outlines credible paths for the air transport sector to reach net-zero
carbon. The industry says a mix of new technology including potentially
shifting to electricity and hydrogen for some shorter services; improvements in
operations and infrastructure; and a transition to sustainable aviation fuel by
mid-century would provide a majority of the carbon reductions. Remaining
emissions could be captured using carbon removals measures.
Speaking at a COP26 event with the UK Government today, Haldane Dodd, Acting
Executive Director of the Air Transport Action Group said: "Aviation has
increased its ambition in line with the need for all sectors of the economy to
pursue rigorous climate action. Despite having endured the greatest crisis in
aviation history, this net-zero 2050 goal shows that our sector has placed
climate action as one of its highest priorities."
A complete shift away from fossil fuels for air transport around mid-century
would be possible, with sustainable aviation fuels made from waste resources
and rotational cover crops gradually transitioning towards fuels generated from
low-carbon electricity. Importantly, the shift to sustainable fuels will enable
green energy industry opportunities in nearly every country, sustaining up to
14 million jobs worldwide.
"Our analysis shows several scenarios, with new technology options such as
electric and hydrogen aircraft for the short-haul fleet, to a complete shift to
sustainable aviation fuel for medium- and long-haul operations. We have
identified the building blocks needed and the scale of the challenge is
substantial, but with supportive government policy and the backing of the
energy sector, it can be done."
"National government policy measures focused on innovation and energy
transition are vital. We also urge the member states of the International Civil
Aviation Organization (ICAO) to support adoption of a long-term climate goal at
the 41st ICAO Assembly in 2022, in line with industry commitments."
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Source: Air Transport Action Group
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