December 18, 2020 | ZeroAvia to partner with British Airways on hydrogen power and secures UK funding towards HyFlyer project |
September 28, 2020 | Airlines unlikely to require significant amounts of CORSIA offsets for six years, finds Refinitiv analysis |
September 21, 2020 | French proposal for higher eco taxes on flying and Greenpeace legal threat over KLM bailout angers industry |
September 15, 2020 | Members of international airline alliance oneworld commit to net zero carbon emissions by 2050 |
June 19, 2020 | Going green and tackling the climate challenge remain top priorities for Europe's regional airlines |
February 12, 2020 | KLM and SKyNRG announce new industry partners for their corporate biofuel programmes |
January 10, 2020 | JetBlue follows European lead and becomes first US airline to offset CO2 emissions from its domestic flights |
December 10, 2019 | Air France agrees SAF initiative on flights from San Francisco while KLM buys renewable fuel from Neste |
October 10, 2019 | IAG commits to net zero emissions by 2050 and BA to offset all carbon emissions on domestic UK flights from 2020 |
August 29, 2019 | Submission of planning application to develop UK's first waste to jet fuel plant a major milestone, says BA |
July 12, 2019 | KLM calls on airlines to work closer together for a more sustainable future for aviation |
June 11, 2019 | KLM to support research by TU Delft on the Flying-V future long-distance aircraft concept |
May 28, 2019 | SkyNRG and KLM announce project to build Dutch 35 million gallon sustainable aviation fuel facility |
May 8, 2019 | British Airways and Velocys anticipate starting UK sustainable jet fuel production in 2024 |
December 7, 2018 | British Airways launches sustainable aviation fuels university challenge |
November 22, 2018 | Setting European aviation on a pathway to decarbonisation by 2050 |
November 15, 2018 | Dutch aviation sector presents government with action plan to reduce gross emissions by 35 per cent by 2030 |
August 14, 2018 | Legal challenges against Heathrow expansion filed in High Court over environmental and climate concerns |
June 22, 2018 | British Airways waste-to-fuels project with Velocys secures £4.9m funding including a UK government grant |
May 17, 2018 | Two new European projects get off the ground to investigate conversion of forestry residues to jet fuel |
March 2, 2018 | EU-wide taxes on jet fuel and plane tickets could help plug budget gap and address transport climate impact, says T&E |
January 29, 2018 | Air Traffic Control the Netherlands joins KLM's Corporate Biofuel Programme |
December 14, 2017 | Dutch government urged by airlines to drop tax proposals as NGOs take it to court over ICAO aircraft CO2 standard |
November 17, 2017 | Environmental groups criticise ICAO over lack of CORSIA transparency and threat to biofuel sustainability criteria |
November 7, 2017 | KLM signs agreement with Costa Rica to explore potential for sustainable biofuel flights from San Jose |
November 7, 2017 | IAG achieves highest 'A' rating in 2017 CDP climate list of global company performance |
September 19, 2017 | British Airways embarks on new sustainable jet fuel project as UK government announces RTFO incentive |
August 28, 2017 | UK government recommits to funding support for development of advanced aviation biofuels |
July 13, 2017 | ENVI MEPs back continuation of EU ETS ‘stop the clock’ until 2020 pending ICAO CORSIA outcome |
February 15, 2017 | European Parliament votes for reforms to the EU ETS from 2020 that would tighten aviation emissions cap |
February 2, 2017 | Aviation must continue to be included in the EU ETS post-2020, says influential European Parliament lawmaker |
January 10, 2017 | Regional action must be front and centre in efforts to cut aviation's climate impact |
December 16, 2016 | European Parliament’s environment committee agrees to tighten screw on aviation under reformed EU ETS |
December 7, 2016 | Aviation and shipping growth will undo EU efforts to reduce transport emissions, finds CE Delft study |
September 22, 2016 | Design features of the EU’s aviation ETS should be strengthened to deliver real emissions reductions, finds T&E report |
July 7, 2016 | An ICAO deal that falls well short of carbon-neutral growth target will have no credibility |
April 20, 2016 | US environment groups put legal pressure on EPA to act on aircraft emissions rule setting |
April 6, 2016 | KLM Cityhopper to operate 80 flights from Oslo to Amsterdam using ITAKA-sourced camelina biofuel |
November 11, 2015 | EU MEPs call on US to support inclusion in Paris agreement of robust measures on aviation emissions |
August 4, 2015 | Fly Green Fund launched to help kick-start sustainable jet fuel market in Nordic region |
May 27, 2015 | Airbus embarks on eco-partnership programme to help airline customers achieve environmental objectives |
April 16, 2015 | Ending international aviation’s $65 billion fuel tax exemption an essential step towards decarbonisation |
February 13, 2015 | Europe’s regional airlines set out a strategy to strengthen air transport’s ties with European institutions |
December 5, 2014 | EU praises wider engagement on ICAO global measure for aviation emissions but concerned over environmental integrity |
August 21, 2014 | US conservation groups to sue EPA over delays in finding aviation emissions an endangerment to health |
July 21, 2014 | British Airways A380 to feature in cross-industry initiative to study noise reduction procedures at Heathrow |
May 27, 2014 | KLM plans drive-down of jet biofuel price premium as it starts regular series of biofuel transatlantic flights |
May 27, 2014 | KLM and SkyNRG start new series of long-haul sustainable jet fuel flights to the Caribbean as part of ITAKA project |
May 27, 2014 | Development of sustainable jet fuels moves towards next phase of new technology pathways and ramping up supply |
May 16, 2014 | KLM and SkyNRG start new series of long-haul sustainable jet fuel flights to the Caribbean as part of ITAKA project |
April 10, 2014 | British Airways opts for credit360’s sustainability software to monitor its carbon reduction performance |
April 3, 2014 | Feisty exchanges over Aviation EU ETS as European Parliament votes to continue with ‘Stop the Clock’ |
March 31, 2014 | Critical week for the Aviation EU ETS as MEPs hear arguments on which proposal to support |
March 21, 2014 | Development of sustainable jet fuels moves towards next phase of new technology pathways and ramping up supply |
March 19, 2014 | Aviation EU ETS agreement to continue with 'Stop the Clock' stumbles as Parliament's ENVI MEPs narrowly vote to reject |
March 12, 2014 | EU states get their way as deal struck with Parliament negotiators to continue with 'Stop the Clock' |
February 21, 2014 | Deal on extending EU ETS 'Stop the Clock' until 2016 inches closer but red lines drawn on revenue earmarking |
January 27, 2014 | Aviation EU ETS up in the air as European politicians, member states and airlines differ on future direction |
November 28, 2013 | European Parliament rapporteur proposes tougher emissions cap and fewer free allowances for revised Aviation EU ETS |
September 25, 2013 | ICAO Council meets to hammer out a compromise on implementing a global MBM to limit growth of aviation emissions |
September 25, 2013 | An NGO message for the ICAO Assembly: Introduce a global market-based measure now |
September 17, 2013 | An NGO message for the ICAO Assembly: Introduce a global market-based measure now |
September 3, 2013 | ICAO Council meets to hammer out a compromise on implementing a global MBM to limit growth of aviation emissions |
June 24, 2013 | British Airways and NATS to conduct summer trial of environmentally optimised transatlantic flights |
April 30, 2013 | As ‘stop the clock’ passes into law, EU piles on the pressure for a meaningful ICAO agreement on MBMs |
March 18, 2013 | KLM plans drive-down of jet biofuel price premium as it starts regular series of biofuel transatlantic flights |
March 7, 2013 | Carbon offsetting rather than emissions trading becoming favoured route as ICAO looks towards a global scheme |
March 7, 2013 | EU ETS ‘stop the clock’ proposal passes crucial test in the European Parliament but faces legal challenges from European airlines |
February 27, 2013 | EU ETS ‘stop the clock’ proposal passes crucial test in the European Parliament but faces legal challenges from European airlines |
February 8, 2013 | British Airways joins industry leaders in initiative to accelerate development of advanced biofuels in Europe |
January 22, 2013 | Study finds airlines stand to make up to $1.7 billion in windfall gains from EU emissions scheme in 2012 |
November 8, 2012 | Calls for decision-making and commitment as ICAO Council gathers for important meeting on MBM progress |
October 5, 2012 | Carbon offsetting rather than emissions trading becoming favoured route as ICAO looks towards a global scheme |
August 1, 2012 | European airlines criticise moves to artificially inflate price of carbon allowances under EU ETS auction proposal |
July 31, 2012 | European airlines criticise moves to artificially inflate price of carbon allowances under EU ETS auction proposal |
July 5, 2012 | KLM biofuel flight to Rio takes off as innovative programme is launched to involve global corporations in aviation biofuels |
July 5, 2012 | A new era for aviation as KLM becomes first airline to operate a commercial flight using biofuels |
July 5, 2012 | European airline chiefs slam "arrogant" bureaucrats over ETS and also EU governments for hindering single sky progress |
July 5, 2012 | KLM looks to used cooking oil to power a programme of 200 commercial biofuel flights from September |
July 5, 2012 | Amsterdam Schiphol and KLM start sustainable ground vehicle project using 100 per cent biodiesel |
June 22, 2012 | Continued EPA delay over taking action on greenhouse gas emissions from aircraft engines angers US environmental groups |
June 20, 2012 | KLM biofuel flight to Rio takes off as innovative programme is launched to involve global corporations in aviation biofuels |
May 28, 2012 | European airline chiefs slam "arrogant" bureaucrats over ETS and also EU governments for hindering single sky progress |
April 18, 2012 | British Airways' new carbon fund sets sail with first home-grown community solar panel installation project |
March 5, 2012 | Air France reports a 4 per cent fuel efficiency improvement following 2008 commitment on environmental impact |
December 14, 2011 | European airline association hits back at media misconceptions of its EU ETS stand following Commission letter |
December 14, 2011 | European politicians call on EU to ensure international aviation emissions are addressed at Durban climate talks |
November 18, 2011 | European politicians call on EU to ensure international aviation emissions are addressed at Durban climate talks |
September 16, 2011 | Amsterdam Schiphol and KLM start sustainable ground vehicle project using 100 per cent biodiesel |
August 31, 2011 | British Airways to replace passenger carbon offset scheme with new fund to aid UK carbon reduction projects |
June 29, 2011 | A new era for aviation as KLM becomes first airline to operate a commercial flight using biofuels |
June 28, 2011 | KLM looks to used cooking oil to power a programme of 200 commercial biofuel flights from September |
June 19, 2011 | European airline association hits back at media misconceptions of its EU ETS stand following Commission letter |
March 4, 2011 | Airbus and BA form consortium with Cranfield to explore feasibility of offshore algae for jet fuel production |
March 4, 2011 | British Airways partners with Solena to build Europe's first sustainable biojet fuel production facility |
March 4, 2011 | Concerns remain as new UK government holds up change from Air Passenger Duty to aircraft-based green tax |
March 4, 2011 | British Airways calls for carbon revenues to be used to help scale up the development of aviation biofuels |
March 4, 2011 | Solena jet biofuel project with British Airways on track, says CEO, as the airline seeks further supplies for engine testing |
March 4, 2011 | Austria follows the lead of Germany with new environmental tax on departing passengers |
March 4, 2011 | German air passenger departure tax linked to environmental performance draws airline protests |
March 3, 2011 | European airline chiefs reaffirm support for EU ETS but say obstacles could hinder effective implementation |
March 3, 2011 | Delay to certification of aviation jet biofuels may damage investor confidence, claims Lufthansa |
February 21, 2011 | European airline chiefs reaffirm support for EU ETS but say obstacles could hinder effective implementation |
February 14, 2011 | Delay to certification of aviation jet biofuels may damage investor confidence, claims Lufthansa |
December 9, 2010 | Environment group steps up demand for action by EPA on leaded aviation fuel used by general aviation aircraft |
November 12, 2010 | Economic growth and global connectivity are entirely possible within environmental constraints, says BA's Walsh |
October 29, 2010 | Possibility of serious delays puts implementation of the Single European Sky at risk, warns EC Vice-President |
October 28, 2010 | Austria follows the lead of Germany with new environmental tax on departing passengers |
September 30, 2010 | Air France-KLM retain their air transport leadership role in Dow Jones Sustainability Index |
September 21, 2010 | Airbus and BA form consortium with Cranfield to explore feasibility of offshore algae for jet fuel production |
July 28, 2010 | Solena jet biofuel project with British Airways on track, says CEO, as the airline seeks further supplies for engine testing |
July 15, 2010 | British Airways, BAA and NATS produce the 'perfect' environmental flight from London to Edinburgh |
July 9, 2010 | Concerns remain as new UK government holds up change from Air Passenger Duty to aircraft-based green tax |
June 9, 2010 | German air passenger departure tax linked to environmental performance draws airline protests |
May 5, 2010 | British Airways introduces cabin differential into its passenger carbon offset scheme |
March 25, 2010 | British Airways calls for carbon revenues to be used to help scale up the development of aviation biofuels |
February 15, 2010 | British Airways partners with Solena to build Europe's first sustainable biojet fuel production facility |
November 23, 2009 | KLM 747 takes off on biofuel flight and announces SkyEnergy consortium to further develop biokerosene fuels |
November 18, 2009 | EU emissions trading funds from airlines' hard-earned revenues should be used wisely and not squandered |
November 5, 2009 | KLM to join the jet biofuel demonstration flight club this month using a camelina blended bio-kerosene |
September 22, 2009 | Airlines deliver proposals to the UN on behalf of the aviation industry to cut global aviation CO2 emissions |
July 29, 2009 | British Airways sets off towards its destination of becoming the world's most responsible airline |
July 24, 2009 | The control of aviation emissions reaches a critical juncture |
July 21, 2009 | Air France-KLM continues to roll out environmental initiatives, says annual sustainable development report |
June 12, 2009 | Australia calls for UNFCCC to sidestep ICAO and set emissions reduction targets for international aviation |
June 12, 2009 | New IATA Chairman says an industry response to climate change will be his main priority during coming year |
June 8, 2009 | IATA commits airline industry to achieving carbon-neutral growth from 2020 and halve emissions by 2050 |
June 5, 2009 | Economic crisis will not divert us from a commitment to environmental protection, say Europe's major airlines |
April 3, 2009 | Aviation industry calls for renewed efforts by ICAO to find a global solution on emissions by Copenhagen |
March 30, 2009 | Dutch Government ditches eco ticket tax in efforts to halt declining traffic at Amsterdam Schiphol |
March 30, 2009 | European Parliament SES II vote paves the way for Europe-wide flight time and fuel savings by 2012 |
March 17, 2009 | Shortage of sufficient quantities of suitable biofuels halts Rolls-Royce engine testing programme |
February 26, 2009 | New carbon efficient eco retirement home unveiled for Concorde at Manchester Airport |
February 12, 2009 | Major airlines say a global approach to aviation emissions must be included in a post-Kyoto climate deal |
February 6, 2009 | UK domestic and international aviation CO2 emissions declined in 2007 from previous year, reports DECC |
December 19, 2008 | European Parliament throws out ETS revision proposals to tighten the aviation sector's emission allowances |
December 1, 2008 | UK decision to extend passenger duty distance bands and scrap plane tax finds little support from industry |
November 20, 2008 | Europe's failure to implement a Single European Sky is an environmental embarrassment, says IATA |
November 17, 2008 | Airline association appeals to European legislators to stop moving the goalposts on aviation ETS |
November 10, 2008 | Airlines welcome decision by Belgian Government to drop proposals for an airline passenger tax |
November 3, 2008 | European pressure on ICAO and third countries to come up with global proposals on emissions reductions |
October 27, 2008 | European ministers rubber stamp Council and Parliament agreement on aviation's entry into the EU ETS |
October 16, 2008 | Belgian and Irish announcements of new passenger departure taxes lead to airline industry anger |
October 13, 2008 | European Parliament’s environment committee passes tougher aviation ETS proposals from 2013 |
October 10, 2008 | EU to press third countries to participate with it in tackling international aviation greenhouse gas emissions |
October 9, 2008 | Aviation should be included in UK targets to cut emissions by 80 percent by 2050, advises climate watchdog |
September 26, 2008 | Boeing claims significant fuel and emissions savings for its new 777 Performance Improvement Package |
September 25, 2008 | Industry, airlines and environmental organizations join forces to form sustainable aviation fuels group |
September 17, 2008 | European passenger traffic and aircraft movements drop for the first time in six years, reports ACI |
September 8, 2008 | Tougher EU rules for travel reservation systems aim to support greener alternatives to short air journeys |
September 5, 2008 | Air France KLM achieves Super Sector Leader status by both Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes |
September 4, 2008 | EU States likely to face legal action from the US over ETS regardless of who wins presidential election, says ATA |
July 11, 2008 | Rolls-Royce and British Airways launch alternative fuel ground test programme and invite tenders |
July 11, 2008 | Air France KLM identifies five key sustainability issues as it publishes its 2007-8 CSR report |
July 10, 2008 | International anger as European Parliament vote to include aviation into EU Emissions Trading Scheme |
July 2, 2008 | Political deal on aviation's inclusion into EU ETS fails to satisfy either airlines or environmentalists |
June 27, 2008 | European Parliament and Council reach compromise deal on including aviation into the EU ETS |
June 20, 2008 | European airline and airport chiefs call for responsible policies on ATM and emissions trading |
June 19, 2008 | Negotiations on aviation's proposed entry into the EU Emissions Trading Scheme reach a critical phase |
June 6, 2008 | Faced with ever-rising oil prices, European airlines vent their anger at environment MEPs |
May 9, 2008 | European Parliament publishes draft recommendation on second reading of EU ETS aviation directive |
April 25, 2008 | More cooperation and better communication is the theme at aviation industry summit on environment |
April 21, 2008 | Compromise required as European Parliament negotiates with EU Council over aviation ETS |
April 11, 2008 | EC official says environmental charges imposed by EU States should be repealed once ETS kicks in |
March 20, 2008 | Virgin's Branson attacks BA boss for having a lack of vision on biofuels |
February 21, 2008 | UK Government announces Code of Best Practice for consumer carbon offset schemes |
January 31, 2008 | ERA pushes for greater implementation of 'green approaches' at Europe's regional airports |
January 23, 2008 | UK's air traffic control company NATS to target a 10 per cent reduction in aircraft emissions by 2020 |
January 16, 2008 | British Airways upgrades its carbon offset scheme, offering customers a one-click process |
January 9, 2008 | Boeing UK falls foul once again of advertising standards watchdog over Boeing 787 noise claim |
January 9, 2008 | Environment campaigners claim agreement by EU ministers on aviation will fail to curb emissions and could derail international climate targets |
January 7, 2008 | MEPs criticise "weak decision" on emissions trading taken by European environment ministers and pledge further modifications |
January 7, 2008 | European airlines offer a cautious welcome to EU Environment Ministers' ETS agreement |
December 10, 2007 | Coalition of US environmental groups, states and regional governments file petitions urging EPA into action over aviation pollution |
November 26, 2007 | Why aviation must be included in the European Emissions Trading Scheme |
November 23, 2007 | Expansion plans for London's Heathrow Airport - those against.... |
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November 14, 2007 | Mixed response from environmental groups to European Parliament vote on aviation emissions |
November 14, 2007 | European Parliament vote is a "massive blow", says Association of European Airlines |
November 13, 2007 | European Parliament votes to include commercial aviation in EU ETS |
November 13, 2007 | Sharp reaction from IATA on European Parliament vote to include aviation in ETS |
November 6, 2007 | Public tolerance to aircraft noise has decreased, reports new UK study |
November 2, 2007 | British Airways' mounting annual fuel bill tops 2 billion pounds |
October 30, 2007 | Mixed reaction from FoE to UK Government's climate change bill announcement |